The DPW Podcast

Website: https://dpw.ai/ Coca-Cola shares how it transformed purchase-to-pay by moving beyond isolated process fixes and rebuilding the journey from the very first business idea through to supplier payment. The conversation explores the scale of Coca-Cola’s global complexity, the role of intake and orchestration, the importance of simplifying user experience, and how end-to-end transformation is h...

Website: https://dpw.ai/ Patrick McGee, author of Apple in China, joins DPW in New York to unpack how Apple became deeply tied to China’s rise as a manufacturing powerhouse. The conversation explores the scale of Apple’s supply chain dependency, the role it played in shaping China’s tech ecosystem, and what this means for the future of global manufacturing, AI infrastructure, and one of the world’...

Website: https://dpw.ai/ Explore how AI, knowledge graphs, and agentic workflows are reshaping procurement operations. From simplifying complex buying processes and supplier onboarding to improving risk management, compliance, and user experience, the discussion examines what it takes to build a faster, smarter, and more business aligned procurement function at enterprise scale. Guest: - Sudhir Bh...

Website: https://dpw.ai/ Procurement orchestration is evolving fast as AI agents begin handling supplier onboarding, invoice processing, and other manual workflows at scale. ServiceNow leaders Mark Labes and Colby Blakeman discuss how agentic AI is reshaping procurement, where humans still add the most value, and what the future of procurement operations could look like. Guests: - Mark Labedz, Hea...

Website: https://dpw.ai/ A deep conversation on the future of procurement, the rise of AI native companies, and the journey from Scout to LevelPath. From building delightful procurement experiences to using generative AI inside the company itself, this discussion explores how fast the industry is changing and what comes next. Guests: - Alex Yakubovich, Co-Founder & CEO, Levelpath - Stan Garber...

Website: https://dpw.ai/ A conversation on building a global conference from the ground up, navigating early challenges and scaling while maintaining a distinct vision. The discussion explores how procurement has evolved into a strategic function, the growing impact of AI and technology, and why human connection and community remain central to the future of the industry. Hosts: - Spencer Penn, Co-...

Website: https://dpw.ai/ A deep dive into how procurement is evolving through real world experience and research, from category management and supplier relationships to the growing role of AI. Drawing on insights from both industry and academia, the conversation explores what actually drives value, where most teams go wrong, and how procurement can move beyond process into true strategic impact. G...

Website: https://dpw.ai/ A conversation with Zalando’s Director of Procurement on building a world class function inside a fast growing company. From starting from scratch to becoming a true ally to the business, it covers hiring for mindset, simplifying processes, and earning a seat at the table, while looking ahead at how data and AI will shape what comes next. Guest: - Alejandro Basterrechea, D...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Raw material availability is under pressure from tariffs, geopolitical instability, and sustainability demands. As companies face growing uncertainty, procurement leaders must rethink how they secure critical inputs and safeguard supply continuity. This podcast will unpack the challenges, trade-offs, and opportunities shaping the future of raw material resilience.   Gues...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Discover how AI negotiation is reshaping procurement. This podcast dives into the journey of driving adoption, engaging stakeholders, and managing change to unlock Pactum’s full potential—turning initial challenges into 2x ROI and a new model for procurement.   Guests: - Tom Kniveton, Head of Procurement Systems & Data, Rolls-Royce - Dan Tunnicliffe, Director Solutio...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   From pitch to pilot, startups face a maze of procurement hurdles when working with large enterprises. This podcast brings together corporate innovators, venture partners, and founders to unpack what slows deals, what accelerates them, and how both sides can better collaborate to turn promising pilots into lasting partnerships.   Guests: - Spencer Penn, Co-Founder & C...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Arash shares how Mithra was built to solve real procurement data challenges and why AI must support, not replace, strategic decision making. He explains how clean data, fast insights, and agent based AI can help procurement teams focus on high value work like category management and supplier relationships, while automation takes care of the operational load.   Guest: - A...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   dSilo is using AI to unlock value hidden in supplier contracts and procurement data, from its origins in professional services to scaling across private equity portfolios. The discussion focuses on what differentiates dSilo in a crowded AI landscape, how contract and spend intelligence drives real financial outcomes, and why domain specific AI models will shape the futur...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Karthik, known as the Procurement Doctor, shares his journey and explains why procurement transformations often fail despite advanced technology. With two decades of experience, he breaks down the missing foundations of data, people, and process, and explains why AI alone is not enough without human judgment. The conversation offers clear insight into what procurement le...

Website: https://dpw.ai/ How can procurement create lasting value in an era of constant disruption? Klaus Staubitzer from Siemens shares their strategic approach to value creation, where productivity, resilience, and sustainability are advanced together rather than in isolation. This podcast will highlight practical examples of how the “triple opportunity” delivers impact across supply chains and...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Procurement is at a turning point. New operating models, advanced technologies, and rising stakeholder expectations are redefining the function’s role in value creation. This session explores the evolving procurement playbook—how to move beyond cost savings to deliver growth, resilience, and impact across the enterprise.   Guest: - Mauro Antonio Erriquez, Senior Partner,...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Today, businesses expect procurement to deliver competitiveness every day, all while balancing risk and sustainability. Annually revised category strategies and calendar-triggered renegotiations need to be replaced by real-time, ongoing benchmarking with a continuous competitiveness mindset. This podcast discusses how leading-edge procurement teams are reinventing themse...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Chief procurement leaders and longtime friends Farryn Melton and Lisa Martin share honest stories about great bosses, terrible bosses, and how those experiences shaped their leadership styles. They talk about building trust, staying authentic, developing future leaders, and supporting each other through decades of career growth, offering practical insights for anyone loo...

Website: https://dpw.ai/    Join Jeanne Meister and Bernhard Rashke as they explore how organizations are reimagining talent development and workforce strategies. Discover the critical skills, mindsets, and organizational changes needed to thrive in an AI-driven future of work.   Guest: - Jeanne Meister, Founder, Future Workplace Host: - Bernhard Raschke, ex-C-Suite Leader & Board Advisor, Sum...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Join Marijose Betant in this podcast interview as she shares how Pernod Ricard is reinventing procurement to drive organizational transformation. Explore the mindset shift from cost-cutting to value generation and discover how sustainability is embedded into procurement strategy to achieve broader business goals.   Guest: - Marijose Betant, VP Procurement NA, Pernod Rica...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Join Mark Raffan as he explores how AI is revolutionizing negotiation strategy. Discover real-world applications of AI in deal preparation, the ethical boundaries of AI-assisted dealmaking, and where human judgment remains irreplaceable in high-stakes negotiations.   Guest: - Mark Raffan, Founder, Negotiations Ninja Host: - Mark Perera, Chairman, DPW   Follow our socials...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Explore practical AI implementation journeys in procurement. Learn how organizations can develop compelling use cases, foster cross-functional collaboration, and reimagine workflows using AI. Discover unique deployment challenges in regulated environments and proven strategies for overcoming implementation hurdles while driving measurable business value.   Guest: - Kevin...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Discover how procurement can transform from legacy systems to a digital powerhouse. Gain insights into core enablers of digital success – from stakeholder buy-in and goal alignment to cultivating a digital mindset and driving adoption.   Guests: - Eva Choe, CPO, The Clorox Company - Ashish Gupta, Director Procurement Excellence, The Clorox Company Host: - Chris Sawchuk,...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Join Adam Brown as he unpacks his journey from pioneering BT's innovative "Procurement Garage" concept to scaling Maersk's global procurement function. Discover how Adam's experimental approach to procurement technology has evolved into enterprise-wide transformation, the challenges of scaling across a global shipping giant, and practical lessons for organizations at any...

Website: https://dpw.ai/   Before diving into AI transformation, successful organizations focus on getting the fundamentals right. This conversation explores the critical groundwork that sets companies up for AI success—from data quality and process optimization to organizational readiness.   Guests: - DJ Beckett, Digital Procurement Lead, Invesco - Alexander Pilsl, CPO, Team Viewer Host: - Bernha...