Two Simple Images: Why The Akirolabs’ Webinar Is In My All-Time Top 3 List

Posted on October 1, 2024

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I am going to show you two simple yet powerfully insightful images with corresponding links to demonstrate why the best ProcureTech solutions don’t come from tech companies.

In 1998, my company’s solution was structured around levels “three to five,” as depicted in the above graphic.

Here are the corresponding reference links that explain how we got there and what we achieved:

Are you chasing solutions or solving problems? (Part 1 of 3)

Dangerous Supply Chain Myths (Part 7) | Procurement Insights

An important exchange on AI with Google’s AI champion

In 2024, practitioner clients who get it like ACTEGA have a competitive advantage because they understand the difference between an equation-based technology-led initiative (Buy Better) and an agent-based people-driven initiative (Spend Better).

Here are the corresponding reference links:

Are you chasing solutions or solving problems? (Part 1 of 3)

Dangerous Supply Chain Myths (Part 7) | Procurement Insights

An important exchange on AI with Google’s AI champion

Today’s Takeaway

The best and most effective relationships are between practitioners who understand the difference between an equation-based and agent-based implementation model and a solution provider that is not a “tech company” first.

What worked in 1998 works in 2024 and will work in 3034. It is never about the technology. It has never been and will never be about technology. It has always been about the people’s industry experience and expertise behind the technology and the ability to communicate and collaborate with all outcome-influencing stakeholders within and external to the enterprise.

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