Will Procurement Be Replaced by AI in 2025? The Uncomfortable Truth… AI is moving fast. It’s automating sourcing, predicting supplier risks, and even conducting negotiations. For many procurement professionals, also for myself, this sparks a real fear: Will my job still exist in a few years? 😱 From what i see is happening in Supplier`s potfolios and my consulting clients cases: AI is already taking over many of the repetitive, data-heavy tasks. And this is great! It can process purchase […]

When startups bring their innovative products to market, they often face a battle securing corporate contracts, of course unless they are backed by well-known venture capital firms or industry giants.📌 Why? Because procurement professionals see startups as risky and unproven. Meanwhile, startups see procurement as. a slow and bureaucratic ( based on the feedbacks).These two worlds operate on different principles:🔹 Procurement: Focuses on risk mitigation, structured processes, and long-term supplier relationships.🔹 Startups: Operate with agility, disruptive ideas, and a drive […]

Scale Smarter: How Strategic Procurement Can Drive Your Startup’s Growth Startups fail… It’s nothing new and a significant number fail because they don’t manage their resources effectively.Take this scenario: You negotiate a contract with a client, use your time efficiently, but reach only one country. Now imagine negotiating that same contract in a way that covers five countries. That’s not just efficient; it’s transformational. For a startup, the difference between one client and clients across five countries is monumental. At […]

I’ve always cherished precious moments immersed in yoga and wellness activities throughout all these years of building my hashtag#careerandbusiness. In the busy, competitive world of hashtag#corporate life, yoga became my sanctuary, nurturing my well-being and preserving my sanity. I have always kept yoga/ wellness and my professional activities – consulting, training, and mentorship – a bit like two different directions. After my recent trip to hashtag#Bali to the infamous hashtag#YogaBarn studio and witnessing how consciousness hashtag#meditations and yoga practices help […]

In the fast-paced world of startups, effective procurement and contract management are crucial for long-term success. One notable case is Homejoy, which faced challenges that ultimately contributed to its closure. A key issue was the leakage of talented workers who sought direct employment with former clients. By implementing stronger contractual agreements with employees, including clauses that prohibit direct arrangements with clients, Homejoy could have retained its skilled workforce and maintained service quality.While there are many reasons why startups face hurdles, […]

None of us as adults believe in Santa Claus, right? Yet… we still think that the New Year will bring us miracles. We tell ourselves that during this festive season, we’ll exercise more, eat healthier, and set new strategies for success. But as the festive lights dim, many of us are left with heavy hearts and  too much food. Sound familiar? The post-holiday blues can hit hard… The Opportunity Instead of falling into the post-holiday blues or, God forbid, heading […]

At our company hashtag#steppebystep , we provide professional training to organizations, startups, and universities in hashtag#contract management and hashtag#leadership. However, I’ve noticed that during these trainings, many participants struggle with short attention spans, increased stress levels, and insufficient sleep. This affects the quality of the training delivery and receipt. People have been extremely tired lately! Almost all my friends, colleagues, and clients are caught in a cycle of burnout and sick leave. Does this sound familiar to you? Wellness is […]

 10 Lessons from My Journey: From Employee to Freelancer to Business Owner  Over five years ago, I stopped being an employee and became a  freelancer, and  a bit later I  launched my own first consulting and  then training company. What I ‘ve noticed: Life Gets Colorful: The boring office routine is behind. Every day brings a mix of highs and lows. It is exciting, but sometimes life could be a bit more stable. Social Skills: I became more outgoing (the […]