Conversations that matter for procurement and supply chain professionals. CIPS Futures, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, explores the forces that are shaping the future of the profession with global experts who will make you think differently.
Whether you're a chief procurement officer, category buyer or supply chain manager, the profession is stepping into the spotlight at a time of profound change. Join us every month to access fresh perspectives, step inside strategic minds and hear from global leaders you won't hear anywhere else. Expect actionable advise as we cover the big topics - from managing supply chain risk and the impact of AI, to sustainable sourcing and the future skillsets you'll need to succeed - all with a practical lens.
If you're passionate about the future of procurement and supply, CIPS Futures is here to keep you inspired and informed.
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Episodes
Monday Sep 01, 2025
Monday Sep 01, 2025
How do you bridge the gap between today's urgent requests and your long-term, strategic goals? What tools and strategies can you use to plan and lead change better? And why is the simple act of writing things down the best habit to learn to become more confident in your decision making? Procurement futurist and leadership keynote speaker Dr Graham Norris is our guest for this episode. He offers practical and plain-speaking answers to those challenging questions.
A guru in organisational psychology, Norris shares how practical strategies like 'backcasting' and 'mental time travel' can help procurement and supply professionals unlock their inner strategists, even amidst a backdrop of uncertainty.
Further reading:
- Find out more about Graham Norris
- DOWNLOAD: the CIPS Global State of Procurement & Supply 2025 report, supported by GEP
- READ: The seven skills of strategic foresight
- READ: Graham Norris' emerging AI trends in procurement