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How will your team thrive in the Era of Change? We live in an environment where sudden disruptions have become part of our daily operations – and while we can’t predict the nature of the next upheaval, we must prepare to face it.

To meet this challenge it is imperative that procurement fortifies itself, to make agile, strategic working practises the status quo. This too requires a shift, from that of a fixed to a growth mindset.

We consider the pathway to organisational growth, with workers and managers equipped to take on new and emerging issues which may arise across people, systems and environment. As, while new legislation may affect your entire supply chain and social and environmental targets put pressure on resources, both will require adaptive workforces aided by effective and high-functioning digital systems.

At our 2023 forum, we are asking the big questions around the varied aspects of effective and sustainable change management; bringing leaders together to discuss how to ensure teams and organisations adapt and thrive, to share knowledge and experience, and establish connections that will support professional excellence.

CIPS members qualifed for 7 CPD points by attending this event.

VIEW AGENDA

"It's a real pleasure to welcome you to this year's Supply Management Forum 2023. At this live event you will be able to connect with colleagues and peers, and share knowledge on how you have overcome common challenges and plans to address emerging social issues.

A fundamental part of this journey is leadership, and the forum will provide a platform to discuss the issues our future leaders will face and the skills required to achieve this. It's sure to be an enlightening experience and I look forward to joining you there in person."

Ceri Jones, Editor, Supply Management

Content

This is a fantastic opportunity to hear from leading procurement professionals. Whether you learn new strategies and concepts, be inspired to try something new, or have the opportunity to think outside the box; our content lineup is not one to be missed.

Bespoke Meetings

Meet with top profession suppliers in tailored pre-arranged 1-2-1 meetings. Our unique matching software will ensure CIPS can organise meetings based on both corporate and supplier preferences.

Networking

Build meaningful connections and relationships with like-minded professionals from innovative procurement companies. This is a great chance to expand your network, get a real understanding of what's out there, and bring your new ideas to fruition.

Bringing together senior professionals who all face the same challenges (or similar) to explore key themes, share thought leadership, and develop best practice all with a healthy sprinkling of networking.

The Supply Management Forum is designed and produced to compliment your goals as an organisation and individual.

Big Questions Live will also be back in 2023! In this live and interactive panel discussion, we will talk to experts on some key topics surrounding the forums theme of change and give you the opportunity to ask some questions of your own. Keep an eye out for more information soon.

Where and When?

Wednesday 29th March 2023

The Venue

etc.Venues Monument, 8 Eastcheap, London EC3M 1AE

A dedicated conference and events venue, etc.Venues Monument stretches over four floors of impressive meeting spaces.

It couldn't be easier to get to Monument. The venue is just 5 minutes away from the Monument itself and a short walk from London Bridge or Fenchurch Street stations, which is smack bang in the middle of the business district.

The venue provides inspiration on every level, with fantastic food delivered direct to each floor, state of the art AV and great free wifi.