Archlet kicked off its second Elevate event of 2025 in Paris in partnership with Creactives, bringing together an incredible group of procurement professionals and thought leaders to explore how AI and data are shaping the future of digital sourcing. Held at Hotel Meliá La Défense, the evening was filled with insightful discussions, hands-on knowledge sharing, and valuable new connections.

Insights from procurement experts

The event began with Thierry de Cassan Floyrac, President and Founder of TOLSON, who explored why AI and Generative AI have become top priorities for CPOs. His interactive session kept the audience engaged, inviting attendees to participate in discussions, share their perspectives, and respond to thought-provoking questions.

Thierry highlighted how these technologies impact cost, risk, innovation, and procurement efficiency, emphasizing that AI-driven sourcing is no longer just an option, it’s becoming a necessity for staying competitive.

Following Thierry's grand introduction to the evening, Jacob Gorm Larsen, Founder of Moneyball CPH, provided a deeper dive into how to effectively approach AI in digital sourcing. With experience managing over 10,000 digital sourcing events, Jacob shared practical insights into how procurement teams can leverage AI for market-driven negotiations and decision-making to drive tangible business impact.

Huso Hasanovic from The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. shared how ELC is transforming supplier management through digital innovation. He introduced the digital procurement ecosystem at ELC and explained why they are adopting third-generation AI solutions that seamlessly blend intelligence with user simplicity—solutions like Archlet.

Adriano Garibotto, Co-Founder of Creactives, then explored the role of AI and data quality in digital sourcing. He emphasized how AI-powered solutions help structure procurement data, leading to better visibility, more accurate categorization, and improved sourcing decisions.

Closing the speaker sessions, Lukas Wawrla, Co-Founder of Archlet, provided concrete examples of how AI is already driving impact in sourcing. He demonstrated how Archlet’s AI agent, Spark, is helping procurement teams automate processes, make smarter decisions, and enhance efficiency in their sourcing workflows.

The event concluded with an engaging panel discussion and open Q&A, allowing attendees to interact with speakers, exchange ideas, and explore the future of AI-powered procurement. The evening wrapped up with networking, where procurement professionals connected over food, drinks, and conversations about the latest advancements in sourcing technology.

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