As automation takes over routine tasks, procurement professionals can focus on strategic initiatives like supplier collaboration, compliance monitoring, and predictive planning, transforming the function into a forward-looking, resilient, and value-generating force that drives competitive advantage across the organization.
Daniel Barnes is a trailblazer in procurement and contract management, now leading the Product Marketing Team at Gatekeeper, where he is transforming how companies manage contracts, vendors, and risk. With a career spanning FinTech and Defence, Dan has headed high-risk supply chain programs, consistently exceeding savings targets in the defence and aerospace sectors.
A digital-first thinker and procurement SME, Dan is a big advocate of leveraging technology to improve how procurement operates. Beyond his corporate achievements, he is the voice behind "World of Procurement," a podcast that has empowered thousands of procurement professionals globally, offering insights and fostering innovation within the industry.
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