IBM · Feb 1, 2019

The skills and insights required by the procurement professional are evolving, with uncertainty due to changing trade tariffs and regulations, as well as volatile commodities and exchange rates. At the same time, the enterprise faces the need for game-changing innovation while balancing cost pressure, higher expectations and faster time-to-market expectations. Because the procurement function is often held accountable for achieving ethical, sustainable and visible operations, it plays a critical role in the Cognitive Enterprise.