AI tools in purchasing
More efficiency in purchasing through the targeted use of AI
Contents
Possibilities of AI in purchasing
- Learning to see with new eyes.
- Overview of possible applications of AI in purchasing.
- Recognizing and realizing the potential of AI in purchasing.
The successful implementation of AI
- From the idea to implementation.
- What are the factors for success?
- What exactly should you pay attention to and how can you avoid pitfalls?
- What are the requirements and challenges involved in implementation?
Overview of specific AI tools for various areas of application
- Presentation of individual demo versions to give a practical sense of the user experience.
Risks and Challenges
The 7 strategic areas in purchasing related to AI
- Description with specific AI application.
Digital competence – the new expertise!
Practical examples, case studies, and application tools in purchasing
Development of a concrete AI roadmap with a detailed implementation plan
Learning environment
In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this training course once you have registered.
Your benefit
- Expansion of specialist knowledge
Participants will gain comprehensive knowledge about the potential uses of artificial intelligence in procurement and learn how it can contribute to increasing efficiency and competitiveness.
- Practice-oriented application
Interactive test versions and practical exercises create a direct link to the real world of work so that participants can apply what they have learned directly in their everyday working lives.
- Strategic implementation
The training provides tried-and-tested strategies and valuable tips for the successful introduction and use of AI solutions, from conception to practical implementation.
- Risk minimization through expert knowledge
Participants learn about potential risks, challenges and pitfalls when implementing AI and how these can be successfully avoided.
- Concrete recommendations for action
Using case studies and specific software tools, participants will receive practical suggestions for developing and implementing individual solutions for their organization.
Methods
Lecture, exchange, discussion, demonstration of AI tools.
Tool
Recommended for
purchasing managers, purchasing executives, decision makers in purchasing, purchasers and all those who think innovatively.
Questions about the seminar content
Artificial intelligence can be particularly useful in procurement when information needs to be processed and made available more quickly. This training you typical use cases that can be directly applied to your day-to-day work. This will help you better identify where it can truly lighten your workload and provide practical benefits. As a result, the topic will become more tangible and relevant to your work.
Not every AI application is automatically a good fit for your procurement goals, processes, and requirements. The key is to be able to realistically assess the potential benefits. This training will help you do that by clearly explaining the criteria for identifying suitable solutions. This will give you greater confidence when evaluating specific implementation options.
A viable AI strategy doesn’t come from good ideas alone, but from clear prerequisites and a structured approach. You’ll learn how to effectively integrate initial approaches into existing processes. This training will give you training realistic foundation for the next steps in procurement. In this way, individual ideas are transformed into a coherent strategic framework.
Purchasing isn't just about streamlining processes; it's also about establishing a stronger foundation for work and setting clearer priorities. You'll learn how smart applications can specifically support performance in this area. This training makes that connection training clear. As a result, you'll be able to identify where efficiency and competitiveness can be significantly improved.
Digital literacy is becoming an essential requirement in procurement if you want to be able to assess technological developments with confidence. Today, it’s no longer enough to have only a superficial understanding of individual tools. This training you develop a more robust understanding of how to work with AI. This will enable you to better evaluate new developments and integrate them effectively into your daily work.
An AI roadmap is a structured plan that outlines which actions you will implement, when, and in what order, to successfully introduce AI into procurement. It combines goals, priorities, and concrete steps into a clear strategy. In training , you training how to develop such a roadmap in a practical way and turn it into an actionable plan. This will help you maintain an overview and avoid unplanned, isolated actions.
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Start dates and details

Monday, 18.05.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 19.05.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Tuesday, 07.07.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, 08.07.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Wednesday, 16.09.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 17.09.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Thursday, 05.11.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, 06.11.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Monday, 01.03.2027
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 02.03.2027
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.