The Age of Agents: Managing "Shadow AI" in Procurement
"Just because you can build an AI agent in five minutes, doesn't mean you should use it for enterprise procurement."In this episode, Josh Earley joins the team for a deep dive into the often-overlooke...
26 Nov 202541min
I've Got the Power: Using AI to Even the Playing Field
What if you could automate the most painful parts of your procurement job right now? In this hands-on "jam session," Conrad is joined by David Johnson for a practical guide to using AI in procurement....
19 Nov 202555min
I Won't Back Down: A Leader's Guide to Courage and Overcoming the Fear of AI Disruption
As AI and automation change the procurement landscape, what skills will you actually need to stay relevant?Natasha, Conrad, and Zach break down how the profession is evolving from a narrow focus on sa...
5 Nov 202542min
Mr. Roboto: How to Navigate the Agentic AI Revolution in Procurement
What happens to your job when an AI agent can do 80% of your administrative work for you? In this mini jam session, hosts Conrad Smith and Zachary Bachir have a raw and forward-looking conversation sp...
29 Okt 202538min
The CPO's 90-Day Playbook: People, Process, Systems
Veteran CPO Ash Hall joins us to give his practical advice for career progression and leadership in procurement. Ash gives us his playbook on how to navigate career changes, make an impact in a new ro...
23 Okt 20251h 2min
It's The End of RFP as We Know It
Is the traditional RFP a "disgusting," "sloppy," and "painful" process that needs to be retired? In this passionate episode, the Proc & Roll team declares war on the traditional Request for Proposal. ...
15 Okt 202540min
A Matter of Trust: An Ethical Negotiation Guide
In a tough negotiation, where do you draw the line between a strategic bluff and an unethical lie?In this episode, Natasha, Conrad, and Zach continue their in-depth exploration of procurement ethics, ...
1 Okt 202544min
The Rules of the Game: A Guide to Building Fair and Transparent RFPs
The conversation on procurement ethics and integrity continues, and this time, the hosts have brought in a special guest: a real "proc star," Ash Hall, former head of procurement at Lincoln Electric a...
17 Sep 202558min
