Driving Digital Procurement: BELLS Tech at ‘Step Into the Future of Procurement with AI’ - BELLS Institute of Higher Learning
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Driving Digital Procurement: BELLS Tech at ‘Step Into the Future of Procurement with AI’

BELLS Tech, in collaboration with BDO Singapore, proudly hosted Step Into the Future of Procurement with AI: A Profession Shaping Tomorrow’s Businesses — an event supported by e2i and powered by CIPS as the knowledge partner.
The session gathered procurement professionals and industry leaders to uncover how AI is redefining procurement into a strategic driver of business success.

Held at the Devan Nair Institute for Employment and Employability, the event saw a full house of attendees engaging in insightful discussions, forward-looking keynotes, and dynamic conversations on the future of procurement.

Highlights from the Day

  • Opening Address
    Mr Gerard Seng, Executive Director at BDO Singapore, opened the event by highlighting how procurement is fast evolving into a key growth enabler for modern businesses.

  • Keynote Address
    Mr Jonathan Cheung, General Manager (Asia) at CIPS, shared his vision of procurement as a future-ready profession empowered by technology and innovation.

  • Industry Panel Discussion
    Experts from BDO, CBRE, and BELLS Tech came together to discuss how AI is revolutionising procurement processes, enhancing decision-making, and reshaping the talent landscape.

    Panel Members:

    • Ms Rachael Jane Bah, Head of Procurement Advisory, BDO Singapore

    • Mr Kobu Kotaraju, Global Procurement Lead, CBRE Singapore

    • Mr Patrick Ho Kwok Sum, Chief Growth Officer, BELLS Institute of Higher Learning

Spotlight: BDO x BELLS Procurement Academy

A key highlight of the event was the launch of the BDO x BELLS Procurement Academy, introducing exciting career pathways in digital procurement. The session showcased how AI and digitalisation are empowering professionals with the right tools and skills to stay ahead in this evolving domain.

This event marked an important step toward nurturing the next generation of procurement leaders. The insights shared and connections formed set a strong foundation for an AI-driven procurement ecosystem in Singapore.

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