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Tech Stack Remix: Fine Tuning Your Procurement System 

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Feeling overwhelmed by the exploding procurement technology landscape? Join Natasha, Conrad, and Zach as they break down the evolution of procurement tech from paper-based systems to today’s AI-powered solutions. Get practical advice on assessing your tech stack, learn why “less […]

Savings to Value: Cranking Up the Volume

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Tired of playing the same old savings tune? Join the Proc-N-Roll crew as they turn up the volume on procurement’s evolution from pure cost-cutting to driving real business value. Procurement veterans Zach, Natasha, and Conrad share war stories about breaking […]

Don’t Stop Believin’ in Procurement Basics

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In this head-banging episode, your favorite procurement rockstars break down why nailing the basics is your ticket to procurement stardom. Join Zach, Natasha, and Conrad as they riff on stakeholder mapping, data visibility, and why chasing the latest tech won’t […]

Stakeholder Spotlight: From Resistant to Rockstar

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Want to turn skeptical stakeholders into your biggest fans? Join procurement powerhouse Natasha, innovator Conrad, and expert Zach as they share real stories and strategies for breaking down business barriers and building trust. Learn how to move from being procurement’s […]

Feedback That Doesn’t Suck

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Ready to level up your feedback game? In this episode of Proc-N-Roll, we’re getting real about giving and receiving feedback in procurement. Our host Zach brings together procurement powerhouses Natasha Gurevich, and Conrad Smith to discuss what makes feedback tick. […]

The Essential Skills that Make or Break a Procurement Career

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What makes a procurement superstar? In this episode, we’re breaking down the essential skills that can make or break your procurement career. Join former Adobe CPO Conrad Smith, procurement leader Natasha Gurevich, and host Zach Bagir as they reveal why […]

It’s All About Risk

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In this episode of Proc-N-Roll our hosts Zach, Natasha, and Conrad tackle the crucial topic of risk management in procurement for 2025. Drawing from their combined 70+ years of experience, they discuss how procurement teams can prioritize and manage risks […]

Procurement in 2025: Predictions and Priorities

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Join procurement experts Zach, Natasha, and Conrad on Proc-N-Roll as they share their bold predictions for procurement in 2025. From mastering the basics and aligning priorities with business goals to navigating the rapid rise of AI and emerging technologies, this […]

Procurement 2.0: How the Rules Have Changed and Why You Need to Adapt!

Podcast

Conrad from Graphite Connect, along with Natasha and Zach, discuss the evolution of procurement, highlighting its transition from an essential tactical function to a more strategic one, focusing on value, transparency, and integrity. They explore the challenges of having a […]

Procurement Transformation: How to Drive Real Change

Podcast

This episode of Proc-N-Roll dives into procurement transformation, exploring what it truly means and how to approach it. The hosts, Natasha, Zach, and Conrad, with their combined 70 years of experience, emphasize that transformation is a holistic endeavor encompassing people, […]

Are You Ready to Proc-N-Roll?

Podcast

In this inaugural episode of Proc-N-Roll, hosts Natasha, Zach, and Conrad share their unique journeys in the field with their diverse backgrounds and combined 70 years in procurement. They discuss the evolving relevance of procurement in today’s business landscape, emphasizing […]

Understanding DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act): A Guide for Procurement

Understanding DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act): A Guide for Procurement

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Can your company handle a major IT disruption? Many businesses assume they’re ready until an unexpected outage or cyberattack proves otherwise. This is an outcome that the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is intended to prevent for businesses in the […]

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