October IT Procurement Workgroup Meeting
Tuesday, October 15, 2024, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT
Category: Forum Events
October 2024 IT Procurement Workgroup Meeting
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 3:00pm – 4:00pm 24 Aviation Road | Suite 206 | Albany, NY 12205 Click here to register for In-Person (Speaker will be presenting REMOTELY) How public sector procurement professionals can harness the power of generative AI to increase efficiency and effectiveness Guest Speaker: (Speaker will be presenting REMOTELY) This session will explore the transformative potential of generative AI (gen AI) in public sector procurement and other supply chain functions. It will highlight how gen AI can automate repetitive tasks, enhance human productivity, and streamline processes, leading to significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. The presentation and demo will cover various use cases, including automating document creation, improving supplier negotiation, and leveraging unstructured data for process automation. Additionally, it will emphasize the importance of upskilling team members and fostering a culture of innovation to fully capture the benefits of gen AI. The session will also address ethical and legal considerations, ensuring responsible implementation. To provide a practical understanding, demos of gen AI technology will showcase its capabilities and real-world applications. Presenter Bio:Sami Shariff is an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, with a robust background in digital strategy, advanced analytics, and transformations across more than ten diverse industries. As a leader within our Operations and Digital Practices, Sami specializes at the critical intersection of Generative AI and Procurement. NOTE: IF YOU ARE A NEW USER TO THE NYS FORUM YOU MUST COMPLETE AN ACCOUNT PROFILE BEFORE REGISTERING BY CLICKING HERE Please note: Upon registering, you will receive the webex information within the confirmation email |