2024 Ivalua NOW EMEA and the historic splendor of Versailles did not disappoint!
Record Breaking! 2024 saw our largest attendee list yet!
- 850 in-person attendees
- 600 virtual attendees
Ivalua NOW EMEA 2024 assembled the brightest minds from procurement and supply chain management to discuss, disrupt, and redefine the industry’s future. Professionals from around the globe—procurement experts, supply chain leaders, and industry pioneers—converged to exchange imaginative ideas and solidify their visions for what’s ahead.
Within the corridors of Versailles, attendees had the extraordinary opportunity to connect with industry leaders from some of the most prestigious brands known worldwide. Networking emerged as a keystone of Ivalua NOW EMEA 2024, fostering an environment ripe with opportunities for professionals to create partnerships and exchange innovative insights.
We learned that innovations, like Generative AI, are not just ideas—they’re powerful in making everyday jobs faster and smarter, shaping a more efficient future for business operations.
Ivalua NOW 2024 EMEA was more than just thinking about what’s next; it was a remarkable experience with unforgettable memories in the historic city of Versailles. This event showed the strong and ambitious nature of our industry as we continually strive to go further and (RE]Imagine what’s possible.
Below, we recap the 2-day event with photos and links. Check out the session replays here too!
First and Foremost: We’d like to extend a well-deserved THANK YOU to our Partners!
Accenture, Altares, Axys Consultants, BearingPoint, Bengs, C2FO, Capgemini, CKS Consulting, Cyrias, Deloitte, E-attestations, Ecovadis, Fluxym, Jupitos, Kronos, KValue, KPMG, OJC, Optibuy, Optis Consulting, parasus, Provigis, PwC, Sourcing Champions, Stretch, Supply Chain Partner, Touchstone, Unite and Valantic.
During our Customer Day, Ivalua hosted 12 solution breakouts showcasing our solutions and new innovations.
- IVA Generative AI
- AI Powered Contract Lifecycle Management
- Supplier Data & Third Party Risk Management
- Accounts Payable
- Sourcing & Product Quality Compliance
- Workforce Spend
Day 2: Innovation, Sessions, and Champagne at the Palace of Versailles!
The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as Alex Saric and Franck Lheureux took to the stage, their combined charisma and executive presence immediately setting the tone for an engrossing day ahead. The crowd’s attention was soon captivated by the arrival of David Khuat-Duy, whose opening keynote set a powerful agenda for the event.
Articulating the strides made by Ivalua, David highlighted the series of innovations and strategic endeavors that had marked the company’s progress, drawing a roadmap of future visions and priorities. He also took a moment to thank the important people who worked hard to make Ivalua successful, recognizing their skills and effort as a big reason for the company’s good results.
Pascal Bensoussan, Chief Product Officer, and Vishal Patel, VP of Product Marketing, delivered the #Innovation Showcase, highlighting Ivalua‘s latest capabilities.
We also debuted our Innovation Talk Show segments to demonstrate the capabilities of our innovations using real-life examples. Thanks to Jarrod McAdoo, Maria Virginia Facello, Arnaud Malardé, Sandra Schmidhammer, Doug Keeley, Patrick Conquet, Aurélie BERNARD, AnneLaure Nocete, Mike ANTONIO, Marc FILLION and Yoann Martignon.
Women in Procurement!
We also held our inaugural Ivalua NOW Women in Procurement Networking Lunch! Old friends and new faces gathered to meet and share a bit about their professional backgrounds. It is through initiatives like these that we reaffirm our commitment to driving thought leadership and fostering an enriching community for women in procurement.
We handed off the next session to host Dr. Natacha TREHAN to moderate two panel discussions–and for those who couldn’t attend the livestream, replays are available!
* “Generative Artificial Intelligence: New Perspectives, New Opportunities for the Procurement Function” – Joel Aznar, Guillaume Duny, Frédéric Forster and Pascal Bensoussan.
* “Managing Risk in an Uncertain World: A Proactive Approach to the Ever-Changing World” – Florence Baiget, Pierre-François Kaltenbach, Christophe RAUCH and Louis Schmidtlin.
Breakout Sessions
In the afternoon, our team led six dynamic breakout sessions featuring Ivalua product experts and industry trailblazers. Keep reading for all the highlights and takeaways from this knowledge-rich round-up and stay tuned for the video replays!
Generative AI: New perspectives, new opportunities for the Procurement function – Joel Aznar, Pascal Bensoussan, Gilliaume Duny, Frédéric Forster & Dr. Natacha TREHAN
Navigating Uncertainty: Proactive Risk Management in a Changing Landscape – Florence Baiget, Pierre-François Kaltenbach, Christophe RAUCH, Louis Schmidtlin & Dr. Natacha TREHAN
#Sustainable Procurement Strategies: Creating Value Chains for the Future – Michael Benitah, Sylvain Masiéro, Jarrod McAdoo & Matthias Moll.
How Change Management Drives Transformational Success – Stephen Carter, Dr. Thomas Germer, Zscolt Jonas, Kathryn Thompson & Karl Poulsen
Unlocking Digital Transformation: Lessons from Procurement Leaders – Jason Lowry MBA, Patric Olsson, Alexander Pingert, Emma Sandén & Ari Stone.
The Power of Data: Revolutionizing Procurement & Supply Chain Management – Clémence Hecquet-Barrau, Arnaud Malardé, Vikas Patel & Robert Scriven.
Keynotes: ArcelorMittal and Northvolt
During her insightful presentation, Lenka Raulet unveiled ArcelorMittal’s strategic forays into the #generativeAI sphere, highlighting their proactive measures in harnessing this emergent technology. Articulating a clear roadmap, she emphasized current value-driven applications of generative AI at ArcelorMittal and their commitment to laying a robust technological groundwork for future breakthroughs.
In the last session, Alexander Streif of Northvolt. detailed Northvolt’s mission and dedication to sustainability with impressively low carbon footprints. He illustrated how Northvolt’s cutting-edge supply chain Operating Model not only champions sustainability but also synergizes profitability with scalable growth.
Day into Night…Closing Party!
The final curtains drew to a close on #IvaluaNOW at the iconic Château de Versailles.
This year’s exceptional turnout is a testament to the power of collaboration and shared vision. Each sponsor, partner, customer, and organizer has played an instrumental role in creating a truly memorable experience.
Our dedicated staff’s relentless pursuit of excellence is what continuously propels us to the forefront of our industry. We stand united, confident in our collective achievements and the groundbreaking insights that have emerged from this gathering. Here’s to the unwavering spirit of innovation that #IvaluaNOW champions—until we meet again!
