The Future Workshop: Purchasing & Supply Chain
 

The Purchasing & Supply Chain Future Workshop is closely linked to amc’s consulting practice. Topics, questions, and ideas arise from real-world projects and current market trends.

What is the Purchasing & Supply Chain Future Workshop?

The Future Workshop on Procurement combines inspiration, discussion, and concrete solutions. Through various formats—online, in-person, and on-site—we bring together decision-makers, practitioners, and experts.
The focus is not on theoretical concepts, but on practical issues, proven approaches, and actionable ideas for everyday work.

The Formats of the Future Workshop 

We cover topics such as strategy and vision, digital transformation, organization, cost management, sustainability, and resilient supply chains in the following formats:

Online formats

Concise insights, discussions, and best practices on current topics in procurement and supply chain management.

Live Events & In-Person Formats

Personal interaction, in-depth discussions, and collaborative work on specific issues—with opportunities for networking.
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Target audience

Who is the Purchasing & Supply Chain Future Workshop intended for?

The "Purchasing & Supply Chain Future Workshop" is intended for:
  • Purchasing Managers and CPOs
  • Supply chain managers
  • Managers from purchasing, supply chain management, and related functions
  • Decision-makers who want to strategically advance their procurement and supply chain functions
Start with the why

Why the Purchasing & Supply Chain Future Workshop?

Many organizations face similar challenges—yet discussions about them rarely take place in a structured manner. The Future Workshop on Procurement & Supply Chain creates a safe space for open dialogue, reflection, and collaborative learning.
 
Participants benefit from:
  • Navigating an increasingly complex environment
  • Exchanging ideas with other practitioners on an equal footing
  • Insights from real-world project experience
  • Ideas for your own organization
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The Purchasing & Supply Chain Future Workshop is closely linked to amc’s consulting practice. Topics, questions, and ideas arise from real-world projects and current market trends.
 
At the same time, insights from the future workshop feed back into our consulting work—serving as a barometer for trends, maturity levels, and areas requiring action in procurement and the supply chain.

Comments on the Future Workshop

“The Future Workshop on Procurement & Supply Chain offers exactly the kind of dialogue that is often missing in day-to-day work—open, practical, and on equal footing.”

“Insights from other organizations and discussions of concrete solutions are particularly valuable.”

Upcoming Events

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ZKW Online | April 16, 2026 Webinar: Managing Supply Chains Instead of Reacting to Them

Global uncertainties, geopolitical tensions, and...
Location: Online
Date: April 16, 2026
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ZKW On-Site | June 9, 2026 | Mainz Exclusive Workshop for Executives

On June 9, 2026, in Mainz...
Location: HALLE 45, Hauptstraße 17-19, 55120 Mainz
Date: June 9, 2026
Public Contracts and Procurement

ZKW Online I June 17, 2026 Webinar: Transformation of the Contracting Authority

Rethinking the Contracting Authority: From an administrative...
Location: Online
Date: June 17, 2026