Media Mohalla Executive Session

Building the next Enterprise Procurement Operating Model

Most procurement tools added AI on top of the same old process. Faster, maybe. But still the same job, the same firefighting, the same handoffs. AI-native means building something that actually owns the work. This session shows you what that looks like, and the critical early decisions that define long-term success.

17 September 2026 Dusit Thani, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
What you will leave with

Key Takeaways

A focused, practical conversation about moving beyond AI add-ons and designing an operating model where intelligent systems own meaningful procurement work.

01

See the operating system in practice

See what an AI-native Spend Operating System actually looks like in practice.

02

Choose what to rebuild first

Get a framework for deciding what to rebuild first when making the shift to AI-native.

03

Map your first move

See how enterprises are sequencing this shift, so you can map your own first move.

Proposed run of show

A purposeful three-hour experience

Designed to combine strategic discussion, practical AI insight and high-quality peer networking.

Welcome & Networking Intros

Connect with procurement peers and set the context for the discussion.

30 minutes

Fireside, Roundtable & AI Workshop

Interactive discussion, presentation and practical exploration of the AI-native shift.

1 hour

Networking Lunch or Dinner

Continue the conversation in a relaxed setting with fellow enterprise leaders.

1.5 hours
Confirmed Speaker

Gaurav Guha

Principal Advisor: AI Procurement Strategy
Aerchain

Gaurav is a seasoned technology strategist with deep expertise in AI-driven procurement. At Aerchain, he helps enterprises modernize their sourcing and supplier processes through intelligent systems that accelerate cycles and improve decision-making. With a strong track record of implementing next-generation technologies and guiding organisations through digital transformation, he is recognised as a trusted voice in the evolving ProcureTech landscape.

Inside the experience

Built for focused conversation and useful connections

A curated event setting for procurement leaders to learn, challenge ideas and exchange practical perspectives.

Who should attend

For leaders shaping enterprise procurement

The session is designed for senior decision-makers responsible for procurement strategy, transformation and operating-model change.

Chief Procurement Officer

VP Procurement

Head of Procurement

Director of Procurement

Dusit Thani, Abu Dhabi registration

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17 September 2026








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