Unlocking the Power of Procurement Networks

Procurement is evolving, and those who embrace technology and adaptability will lead the way. Mathew Schulz, Founder of Matchat, talks to Sagi Eliyahu about his journey via the military and government to procurement, how he built a thriving media company and why AI is reshaping the profession. Mathew also explores the role of automation in driving efficiency and how procurement leaders can stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry.Key Takeaways:(2:15) The power of consistent content creation in procurement and career growth.(4:43) Pivoting from public to private sector shaped a unique procurement perspective.(9:03) COVID’s lasting impact on supply chains and procurement strategies.(14:03) Automation enables lean procurement teams to manage massive operations.(18:48) Tech literacy and strong relationships drive procurement success.(20:40) Understanding AI tools early drives better adoption and competitive advantage.(23:45) Curiosity and adaptability are key traits for modern procurement professionals.(26:03) Trust is essential for scaling relationships in procurement.(26:39) AI agents and automation are reshaping business operations.(29:45) Building networks and gaining diverse experiences are crucial for growth.Resources Mentioned:Mathew Schulz -https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathewschulz/Matchat | LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/meetmatchat/Matchat | Website -https://matchat.io/Forrester -https://www.forrester.com/Tonkean -https://www.tonkean.com/OpenAI -https://openai.com/This episode is brought to you by Tonkean.Tonkean is the operating system for business operations and is the enterprise standard for process orchestration. It provides businesses with the building blocks to orchestrate any process, with no code or change management required. Contact us at tonkean.com to learn how you can build complex business processes. Fast.#Operations #BusinessOperations