Unite – Unite at IFPSM World Summit 2023
Discover Unite at the IFPSM World Summit – the premier gathering for procurement professionals from both public and private sectors, providing a unique platform for knowledge exchange and best practice sharing.
We cordially invite you to visit our booth, where our team of experts will be on hand to welcome you.
Location: Palazzo dei Congressi and Palazzo Borghese, Florence, Italy
Dates: 22-23 September 2023
This year, Unite proudly takes on the role of Gold Sponsor at the renowned International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM) World Summit. This exclusive event draws top-tier experts from the business and industry sectors.
The IFPSM, founded in London in 1974, encompasses 44 national trade associations, collectively representing around 250,000 buyers who oversee a global procurement portfolio totalling $3.4 trillion.
Throughout the plenary sessions and panel discussions, an array of compelling topics such as supply chain reengineering, risk management, sustainability, dynamic buying strategies, automation and AI in procurement, blockchain, will be explored.
This annual conference of the International Federation of Procurement and Supply Management presents exclusive and indisputable training opportunity for CPOs, category managers, team leaders and buyers alike.
Procurement to Lead Innovation and Value Capture while coping with inflation, shortages and geopolitical instability
The central theme of this edition and the governing principle for the two-day conference focuses on the role of procurement in driving innovation and to mitigate challenges posed by inflation, material shortages and geopolitical instability.
Over 30 distinguished international speakers will share their insights and experiences, shedding light on how innovation, integration, connectivity, sustainability, and resilience will shape the future success of enterprises.
Unite Speakers
- Christel Constant – Executive Board Member, Unite
- As Executive Board Member, for marketing, sales and customer success, Christel spearheads the company’s global business development, customer experience, and go-to-market strategy. She will grace the IFPSM World Summit as a Keynote Speaker, addressing the theme of “Dynamic times call for dynamic buying strategies”.
- Elisabetta Bollini – Country Manager Italia, Unite
- Since 2015, Elisabetta has steered the growth and advancement of the Italian market, leading a diverse team dedicated to facilitating companies’ transition to digital procurement and supporting their strategic objectives. She will present “Unlocking indirect spend’s potential in a dynamic context: Why it should matter for a successful procurement strategy.”
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This is an unmissable opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest and most impactful developments in the world of procurement.
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More information on Unite (Previously Metcateo): https://unite.eu/en-de + based in Leipzig, Germany, with more than 700 employees across 15 countries. Wherever we’re located, we’re united to deliver lasting change, transform B2B commerce and strengthen local economies.
Our pioneering B2B platform brings buyers and sellers together for mutual benefit. Our solutions include our Spotmarket, Procurement Portal (Mercateo) and Financial Services* (*in partnership with an authorised Electronic Money Institute), elevated by the Unite platform.
Unite connects the economy for sustainable business. The trusted e-procurement platform, with its integrated Mercateo B2B Marketplace, enables effortless sourcing and purchasing for businesses and public sector organisations. In 2022, Unite became the first platform business accredited with the Fair Tax Mark, representing the global standard for responsible tax practices.
More information on Sebastian Wieser (Founder, CEO and Chairman of the Executive Board, Unite): See the full profile on EMR Executive services
More information on Peter Ledermann (Board Member and Managing Director, Unite): See the full profile on EMR Executive services
More information on Bernd Schönwälder (Board Member and Managing Director, Unite): See the full profile on EMR Executive services
More information on Christel Constant (Executive Board Member, Marketing, Sales and Customer Success, Unite): See the full profile on EMR Executive services
More information on Elisabetta Bollini (Country Manager Italia, Unite): See the full profile on EMR Executive services
More information on Mercateo by Unite: https://www.mercateo.co.uk/c/?viewOptions=secureMode + Procurement tailored to your needs.
Take control and create your own B2B marketplace with user management. Activate pre-integrated BusinessShops from suppliers in the Unite Store and access them immediately. Cover your ad-hoc needs in our Spotmarket at any time.
Say goodbye to expensive and complex procurement systems. With our procurement portal, you automatically get access to our purchasing features. Digitise your purchasing entirely to suit your needs and let us provide you with suitable solutions.
More information on the International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM): https://www.ifpsm.org/ + The International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM) is the union of 44 National and Regional Purchasing Associations worldwide. Within this circle, about 250,000 Purchasing and Supply Management Professionals can be reached.
IFPSM facilitates the development and distribution of knowledge to elevate and advance the procurement and supply chain management profession, thus favourably impacting the standard of living of citizens worldwide through improved business practices. IFPSM’s operations covers purchasing, materials management, logistics, supply chain management and strategic sourcing.
IFPSM is a unique globally recognised non-political, independent and non-profit oriented International Organization.
More information on Chris Oanda (President, IFPSM): https://www.ifpsm.org/ifpsm-board-members + https://www.linkedin.com/in/eng-chris-oanda-hsc-81410464/
More information on IFPSM World Summit 2023 (22-23.09.2023 – Florence, Italy): https://www.ifpsmworldsummit2023florence.com/ + Procurement to Lead Innovation and Value Capture while coping with inflation, shortages and geopolitical instability.
During the IFPSM world Summit 2023 over thirty outstanding speakers from four continents and different industrial realities, will talk about the key issues of procurement and supply management, and will underline how innovation, integration, connectivity, sustainability, resilience and competitiveness will characterise the future of successful companies. They will also highlight the need to upskill and reskill resources, because now more than ever companies need talents.
The World Summit means: information, benchmarking, international network, culture, and upper-level training. Unique of its kind, it gives a complete picture of the economic and geopolitical scenario and of the best procurement practices. Participating is a great opportunity to broaden your knowledge, vision and professional growth.