Kathryn Devlin | ProcureCon West

Wednesday March 10, 2027

9:40 AM Keynote Panel: The Future Scorecard: What Procurement Will Be Held Accountable For In The Years Ahead

Over the course of ProcureCon, one theme has been clear, procurement is evolving, and so are the expectations placed on it. As technology, geopolitics, and business models continue to shift, the traditional focus on cost savings is giving way to broader accountability for strategic and enterprise-level outcomes. Join this keynote session to discuss where procurement is heading next and what leaders will be expected to own in the not so far future, and how procurement leaders can prepare their teams to operate at a more strategic level.

Key takeaways:

Identifying the outcomes procurement will be expected to own over the next 3–5 years
Shifting performance metrics from cost savings to value and impact delivery
Leveraging the changing procurement landscape to identify ways to become more of a strategic driver

10:40 AM Case Study: So Easy, Anyone Can Use It: Making AI Practical for Procurement

AI doesn't have to mean a massive transformation, a perfect tech stack, or becoming an AI expert overnight. Kat Devlin from OpenAI will help procurement leaders cut through the hype and identify where AI can genuinely improve the work. From simplifying everyday tasks and accelerating analysis to strengthening decision-making and freeing teams to focus on higher-value work. Whether you're AI-curious or already experimenting, this session will provide practical ideas and real-world approaches to help you put AI to work thoughtfully, confidently, and without overcomplicating it.

Key takeaways:

Identifying practical tasks where AI can add value and where human expertise must lead
Applying AI to supplier research, proposal comparison, and intake
Testing a use case and evaluating whether it actually improves efficiency
Building a practical roadmap for responsible AI adoption