Schedule
Plan your experience with our detailed agenda of insight-fueled sessions
Day 1 Agenda
09:00 – 10:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
10:00 – 10:15
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
10:15 – 10:30
SPECIAL REMARKS BY THE GUEST OF HONOR
10:30 – 10:45
OPENING KEYNOTE | The AI-Native Procurement Era
“The Rise of AI-Native Procurement: Scaling with Governance and Accountability”
- Examining how AI-native workflows and agentic AI enable autonomous sourcing, risk prediction, and spend centralization.
- Tackling pain points in vendor discovery and contract management through unified platforms.
- Bridging to supply chain integration for enhanced resilience and efficiency.
10:45 – 11:30
PANEL | Predictive Supply Chain Management
“AI, Digital Twins, and Intelligent Forecasting for Disruption Handling”
- Delving into AI for inventory optimization and resilience.
- Linking to Procuretech for intelligent sourcing integration.
- Discussing practical applications for operational efficiency.
11:30 – 11:50
KEYNOTE | Procurement Transformation in Action
“AI-Driven Procurement: From Theory to Real-World Transformation”
- Moving beyond AI concepts and experiments to scalable, agentic systems for sourcing, contract management, and decision-making.
- Real-world strategies for spend centralization, vendor discovery optimization, and contract lifecycle automation in mid-sized and large enterprises.
- Practical integration with supply chain tools for resilience, efficiency gains, and end-to-end operational transformation.
11:30 – 11:50
TECHNICAL PRESENTATION | Secure & Sustainable Supply Chain
“Embedding Cybersecurity and ESG in Supply Chain Workflows”
- Exploring strategies for secure digital operations and sustainable sourcing.
- Integrating ESG goals with automated compliance checks.
- Enabling resilient networks through tech-driven traceability.
12:10 – 12:40
CAFFEINE & CIRCUIT CHAT
(Networking Break, Exhibition & Live Demo Zone)
12:40 – 12:50
INNOVATION SPOTLIGHT
12:40 – 12:50
INNOVATION SPOTLIGHT
13:00 – 13:30
FIRESIDE CHAT | Strategic Supplier Risk Management
“Practical Strategies for Continuous and Predictive Risk in Procurement”
- Overcoming barriers to real-time supplier monitoring and multi-tier visibility.
- Focusing on actionable roadmaps using AI and digital tools for mid-sized and large enterprises.
- Linking to supply chain efficiencies and total value delivery.
13:30 – 14:15
CASE STUDY PANEL | Supply Chain Orchestration & Visibility
“Digital Control Towers for Total Value and Supplier Diversification”
- Leveraging digital control towers for multi-tier supply chain visibility and proactive risk mitigation.
- Integrating procurement and inventory data for enhanced planning accuracy and operational resilience.
- Demonstrating measurable outcomes in cost optimization, efficiency, and supplier diversification.
14:15 – 15:15
NETWORKING LUNCH
15:15 – 15:45
FIRESIDE CHAT | Implementing Composable Technology
“Practical Strategies for Automated Workflows in Procurement”
- Overcoming barriers to automation and compliance.
- Focusing on actionable roadmaps for mid-sized and large enterprises.
- Linking Procuretech Innovations to supply chain efficiencies.
15:45 – 16:00
CLOSING KEYNOTE | Data-Driven Supply Chain Excellence
“Leveraging Analytics and AI for End-to-End Excellence”
- Enhancing demand forecasting accuracy to cut stockouts and overstock
- Unlocking real-time visibility and connected intelligence across the chain
- Driving strategic optimization for cost savings, agility, and measurable ROI
16:00 – 16:10
CLOSING REMARKS & END OF DAY 1
Day 2 Agenda
09:00 – 10:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
10:00 – 10:15
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
10:15 – 10:30
OPENING KEYNOTE | Building Resilient Supply Chains
“Regionalization and Diversification in a Turbulent World”
- Covering drivers for nearshoring and multimodal orchestration.
- Tying into Procuretech for AI-enhanced visibility and planning.
- Addressing cost optimization and risk management for enterprises.
10:30 – 11:15
PANEL | Intelligent Sourcing Revolution
“Exploring GenAI Applications for Forecasting, Vendor Evaluation, and Automated Compliance”
- Bridging awareness gaps on enhancing planning and efficiency with GenAI.
- Integrating supply chain insights for end-to-end resilience amid regional diversification trends.
- Discussing real-world applications in procurement functions for mid-sized and large enterprises.
11:15 – 12:00
PANEL | The Future of Supply Chain Work
“Human-Machine Collaboration: Bridging Workforce Gaps with AI-Integrated Roles”
- Focusing on upskilling for addressing shortages and aging leadership.
- Connecting to Procuretech for freeing teams via automation.
- Highlighting strategies for total value delivery in 2026 trends.
12:00 – 12:20
TECHNICAL PRESENTATION | Procuretech Foundations
“Composable Tech for Automated Workflows, Approvals, and Compliance”
- Deep dive into flexible tech stacks for automating processes and reducing errors.
- Ensuring adherence through integrated tools for spend analytics and contract lifecycle management.
- Enabling seamless orchestration for total value beyond cost savings.
12:20 – 12:50
CAFFEINE & CIRCUIT CHAT
(Networking Break)
12:50 – 13:00
INNOVATION SPOTLIGHT
13:00 – 13:10
INNOVATION SPOTLIGHT
13:10 – 13:40
FIRESIDE CHAT | Operationalizing ESG and Cybersecurity
“Overcoming Barriers in Supply Chain Operations”
- Embedding ESG and cyber controls into supplier contracts and workflows
- Reducing risks through real-time monitoring and rapid incident response
- Aligning sustainability and security with operational efficiency and cost goals
13:40 – 14:00
KEYNOTE | Upskilling for the AI-Powered Era
“Human-Machine Collaboration and Ethical Governance”
- Tackling talent challenges in adopting AI-native tools.
- Emphasizing workforce upskilling for AI-integrated procurement roles.
- Providing takeaways for ethical AI use in business functions.
14:00 – 14:30
FIRESIDE CHAT | Sustainable Procurement in Practice
“Practical Implementation for Sustainable and Resilient Supply Chains”
- Integrating ESG criteria into sourcing, RFPs, and supplier performance tracking.
- Balancing green goals with cost and supply continuity through collaboration.
- Measuring and scaling impact to build long-term resilient procurement.
14:00 – 14:30
NETWORKING LUNCHEON
16:00 – 17:50
KSA PROCURETECH & SUPPLY CHAIN AWARDS CEREMONY
17:50 – 18:00
CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHAIRPERSON & END OF THE SUMMIT