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The Future of Procurement: How Agentic AI Can Offer Competitive Edge

Jo.Neetesonne@cegeka.com (Jo Neetesonne) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:33:59 GMT

Procurement leaders today operate in a world of constant change. Global supply chains are more intricate than ever, sustainability expectations are rising, and technology is evolving at lightning speed. Amid these pressures, procurement teams must navigate daily challenges that demand agility, innovation, and strategic foresight. We see a new class of organizations is pulling ahead: the Frontier Firms. These leaders distinguish themselves by rapidly adopting emerging technologies and setting new standards for operational excellence. By embracing agentic AI in procurement, they’re not just keeping pace with change, they're shaping the future.

What Pharma Can (and Cannot) Do with AI Under Annex 22

Thomas Van Dorpe — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:31:42 GMT

The business wants AI agents. The use cases look compelling. The technology is evolving faster than most organisations can comfortably track. Then someone from QA or regulatory asks the question that matters most: 'Can we actually do this in a GxP environment?'

Who Owns AI in Pharma? Why Governance Must Be Cross‑Functional

Thomas Van Dorpe — Wed, 27 May 2026 08:39:08 GMT

Most pharma AI initiatives do not fail because the technology does not work. They fail because no one can clearly answer a much more basic question: Who owns it? The proof of concept runs. The use case is compelling. The model performs as expected. And then progress slows to a crawl. QA waits for a validation strategy. IT waits for stable requirements. The business waits for someone to make a decision. By the time ownership is clarified, momentum is gone and the organization quietly returns to familiar, manual ways of working.

Agentic AI works! But are we ready for it?

Jo.Neetesonne@cegeka.com (Jo Neetesonne) — Tue, 12 May 2026 09:35:43 GMT

Agentic AI is everywhere. It’s the topic of conversation in boardrooms and at conferences. But as with any hype, skepticism is never far away. Not the healthy kind that asks critical questions, but more along the lines of: “I hear a lot about it, but it’s still hard to grasp what it can really do. Maybe it’s not all that impressive after all.”

The problem isn’t the technology itself. It’s the lack of clarity around how to deploy agents in an optimal way.

Why AI belongs on the Pharma C-level strategic agenda

Thomas Nielsen — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:01:32 GMT

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future technology for pharma; it is already part of the infrastructure that supports scientific progress, operational reliability, and long-term competitiveness. In the Pharma & MedTech industry, AI is influencing the speed of discovery, the way clinical teams work, how factories run, how data is validated, and how patients gain access to medicines.

From Model Power to Business Impact: Key Takeaways from AI & Copilot Summit 2026

Thomas Van Dorpe — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:37:34 GMT

Model performance is no longer the primary bottleneck to AI adoption. The real challenge is connecting it to your business context and systems. The AI and Copilot Summit 2026 in San Diego made that clear, showcasing a shift from artificial intelligence hype to real deployment. Business leaders came away with three core insights that will shape their strategies going forward.

The Chief Financial Officer Role Is Changing Faster Than Ever

Thomas Nielsen — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:22:33 GMT

If you ask anyone in our industry what surprises them most about finance today, the answer is usually the same. The role of the Chief Financial Officer does not look like the role they originally signed up for.

Navigating a complex ERP landscape: expert selection advice

Thomas Van Dorpe — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:00:55 GMT

Are you facing the choice of a new ERP system? Competition in the ERP market remains fierce, and every platform promises the ultimate solution. A wrong move can delay your digital transformation by months and cost thousands of euros. So, how do you make a choice that truly fits your organization?

ERP selection: why choosing the right partner is just as important | Advice from selection experts

Thomas Van Dorpe — Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:54:36 GMT

Choosing an ERP platform is just the beginning. The implementation partner largely determines whether your project will be a success. The wrong choice can lead to delays, budget overruns, and low employee adoption.

ERP in 2026: Turning Point and Success Factors for Your Organization

Thomas Van Dorpe — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:41:15 GMT

Why 2026 is the ultimate moment to act

Are you still hesitating about an ERP decision? Then 2026 is the year in which you can no longer afford to wait. The ‘point of no return’ has been reached: support for legacy systems is ending, security risks are increasing, and standing still means losing your competitive edge. Digitalization and AI are no longer hype, but essential building blocks for future-proof business operations.