CIPS Futures · 2026-07-27 · 37 min
In this episode, we talk to one of procurement's great thinkers, Dr Elouise Epstein, futurist, author and partner at Kearney. In a fascinating conversation with CIPS global CEO Ben Farrell and governance director Kate Tomlinson, she discusses: why AI will change everything but won't take your job; why we should watch how private equity deploys procurement; supply chains as national security assets; and the importance of telling great stories. Plus, we reveal how CIPS and Elouise will be working together to take procurement professionals to a new level of AI expertise. Related links... What are your views on the impact AI will have on the profession? Contribute to The Great Conversation Find out more about Dr Elouise Epstein CIPS is here to support you with your professional development.
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