Opportunities for Procurement in Today’s Global Landscape

In a recent ISM LinkedIn Live event, ISM CEO Tom Derry sat down with Conrad Snover, CEO at ProcureAbility, for an engaging and forward-looking conversation focused on the evolving needs of the utility supply chain profession. Their discussion spotlighted the Utility Purchasing Management Group (UPMG) Annual Conference, one of the leading educational forums for procurement professionals working in the utility sector. Conrad offered expert insights into the current state of the utility supply chain, addressing pressing challenges such as supplier risk, inflation, and workforce constraints. He also explored emerging opportunities, including digital transformation, category strategy, and increased collaboration between utilities and suppliers, within the backdrop of accelerating change in the utility industry, driven by decarbonization efforts, infrastructure modernization, and supply disruption,

Whether you’re a sourcing leader at a utility or a supplier seeking to align with your customers’ future-focused priorities, this conversation offers valuable perspective on what’s ahead, and how to prepare. Watch and learn how industry leaders are navigating uncertainty, building resilient procurement functions, and transforming utility supply chains for long-term success.