In this special Christmas episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, we celebrate the end of 2024 with a roundup of the latest developments in the procurement technology space.

James shares insights on the evolution of the industry and presents predictions for 2025 in the "state of procuretech address."

Whether you're enjoying a festive meal or relaxing during the holiday season, this episode aims to educate and inspire professionals about the exciting changes shaping the procurement landscape.

2025 Procurement Software Market Predictions

This week, James announces a change for The Procurement Software Podcast coming in 2025. We're shifting from weekly podcast episodes to a dynamic weekly newsletter, which will also house a couple of subscriber-only podcasts.

Plus, we're keeping The Procurement Software Podcast too with monthly, open access episodes.

A key focus of the newsletter will be audience segmentation.

Procurement practitioners and tech professionals have distinct needs, and this tailored approach ensures we put out content that resonates with both groups individually.

Expect insights that are specific, actionable, and engaging.

While podcast episodes will become monthly, the emphasis will shift to producing high-quality, in-depth discussions on key topics. This ensures every release is impactful and well-researched.

Finally, audience feedback will play a central role in shaping this new chapter. By aligning with listener preferences, the podcast evolves into an even more valuable resource for its community.

Stay tuned as Procurement Software Podcast embraces this exciting new direction!

Timestamps:

[00:02:03] Weekly newsletter transition announcement.

[00:08:59] Procurement tech warning signs.

[00:12:51] Agentic AI in procurement tech.

[00:17:27] B2B marketplaces' future relevance.

[00:21:06] AI's impact on procurement roles.

[00:26:58] AI in document analysis.

[00:31:20] Build versus buy debate.

[00:33:30] Software buying versus building.

And that wraps up another episode of The Procurement Software Podcast!

Thanks again for listening, and do please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or rate us on Spotify. Every one helps!

We'll be back at the same time next week, so see you there.

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