Artificial Intelligence
A closer look at the technology shaping the future of the profession.
We’ve brought together the resources to provide insight into how AI is transforming the procurement and supply profession in one place. With articles, webinars and videos to help expand your knowledge, and help you use, develop and implement AI tools in your organisation. Come and feed your curiosity - and get ready for the future.
Leading the conversation
AI: removing jobs or enabling growth?
How is artificial intelligence challenging entry-level roles in the procurement profession?
In this report, read how our panel of practitioners, thought leaders and experts believe the profession will respond.
AI-Native Programme with Dr Elouise Epstein
A pioneering learning journey with Dr Elouise Epstein designed to give you a structured way to take AI from theory to practice. It is designed to provide procurement professionals with the skills, confidence and practical capabilities needed to thrive in an AI-native world
CIPS AI skills training courses
AI is reshaping the procurement and supply profession. Get ahead of the changes now with courses that look at every aspect of this technology. From how you use the different platforms through to how you deploy them, plus issues such as governance and data security, you’ll find everything you need.
Global Standard band: Deliverers
Explore AI resources
Learn how you can apply different AI tools to solve a wide range of practical problems in your daily life, saving time and automating repetitive tasks. Start realising those benefits now by building your skills and developing your knowledge.
- Article: AI in procurement
- Article: The AI 101 for procurement professionals
- Training: Introduction to AI in Procurement (28 - 29 September 2026)
Member only content
Global Standard band: Managers and Leaders
Apply your skills
Using AI can help make your teams more efficient and find more time in their day - but only if you do so effectively. See how these tools can be applied in a way that gets the most from everyone and discover what problems you need to avoid.
- Article: Nine ways AI is being used right now by procurement teams
- Resource: Investing in procurement technology
Member only content
Article: Why AI could be a boon for sustainability in procurement
Global Standard band: Influencers
Advance your knowledge
Find out what AI solutions are available and how they can be deployed in a way that suits the needs of your organisation. From the ethical complexities to what effective implementation might look like, get ahead of the game.
- Article: Optimising cost, speed, and resilience through AI-enabled procurement
- Webinar: AI-ready, change-ready: what should CPOs prioritise to compete in today’s procurement landscape
- Training: AI Strategy for Procurement (8 September 2026)
Member only content
Article: How should CPOs lead their teams through the AI revolution?
