Modern Business Operations Tonkean

On this episode, Sagi Eliyahu is joined by Daniel Barnes, Founder and Host of World of Procurement and Community Manager of Gatekeeper, to discuss the transformative role of technology in procurement. Daniel shares his journey from studying law to becoming a procurement influencer and content creator. He emphasizes the importance of embracing digital tools to innovate and improve procurement processes.

Key Takeaways:

(03:01) The potential for creativity and innovation in procurement processes.
(04:10) The stagnant nature of procurement and the transformative potential of technology.
(05:06) The broader impacts of procurement and operational improvements on lives.
(06:35) Importance of initial interactions in consulting to understand client needs.
(08:18) Listening and understanding client pain points before proposing solutions.
(09:28) The necessity of being open to restructuring projects to improve outcomes.
(10:57) The importance of clear communication and ongoing dialogue within organizations.
(11:31) The role of influencers within organizations to drive change.
(14:11) The importance of continuous improvement and reassessment of processes.
(15:38) Proactive influence in one's field to effectively manage change.
(17:57) Taking risks with new ideas and processes for career advancement.
(20:36) The future of procurement with reduced traditional roles due to tech.
(22:07) The shift towards minimal procurement teams supported by tech.
(23:09) Potential for AI to automate routine procurement tasks like contracts.
(28:19) Unconventional career advice about focusing on impactful work.

Resources Mentioned:

Daniel Barnes - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielbarnesgsd/?originalSubdomain=uk
World of Procurement - https://www.linkedin.com/company/worldofprocurement/
Gatekeeper - https://www.linkedin.com/company/gatekeeper-vclm/
World of Procurement YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@WorldofProcurement



This episode is brought to you by Tonkean.

Tonkean is the operating system for business operations and is the enterprise standard for process orchestration. It provides businesses with the building blocks to orchestrate any process, with no code or change management required. Contact us at tonkean.com to learn how you can build complex business processes. Fast.




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On this week’s episode, host Sagi Eliyahu welcomes Cherie Chelst, Senior Director of Procurement of Broadridge. Cherie talks about the evolution of procurement from tactical to strategic and the importance of being an authentic and inclusive leader.

Key Takeaways:

(1:00) Procurement allows for a broad range of skills, from creativity to data analysis.
(5:30) COVID clarified the importance of flexible procurement strategies that can adapt to market disruptions.
(9:55) To drive procurement centralization, gather data, build a strong business case and secure executive buy-in.
(13:00) Technology alone can’t solve problems; you must first understand requirements, processes and user needs.
(15:45) For compliance, make the desired action the easiest path for users to take.
(20:56) Authenticity and inclusivity are vital for effective leadership.
(21:25) Proactively communicate career aspirations rather than relying on work alone.

Resources Mentioned:

Cherie Chelst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherie-chelst-11537143/
Broadridge - https://www.broadridge.com/



This episode is brought to you by Tonkean.

Tonkean is the operating system for business operations and is the enterprise standard for process orchestration. It provides businesses with the building blocks to orchestrate any process, with no code or change management required. Contact us at tonkean.com to learn how you can build complex business processes. Fast.



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On this week’s episode, Sagi Eliyahu is joined by Jason Winmill, Chair of Buying Legal Council and Managing Partner of Argopoint, to discuss the transformative power of aligning legal operations with business strategies and the significance of innovation in legal procurement.

Key Takeaways:

(03:40) Aligning legal operations with business strategies.
(06:17) Recombination as a fundamental concept in innovation.
(10:16) Collaboration versus isolation in competitive business environments.
(13:15) Initiating small collaborative projects between legal and procurement.
(16:43) Overcoming change resistance in legal departments.
(17:30) Cost management through alternative fee arrangements.
(18:14) Long-term learning commitments in legal departments.
(19:06) Adaptive changes in procurement due to global disruptions.
(20:09) Potential impact of AI on legal departments.
(22:17) Viewing businesses as adaptive organisms in ecosystems.
(25:14) The importance of networking and information gathering.
(26:12) The crucial role of delivering value for departmental survival.
(27:08) The impact of consistent presence on professional success.

Resources Mentioned:

Jason Winmill - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-winmill/
Buying Legal Council - https://www.buyinglegal.com/
Argopoint LLC - https://www.argopoint.com/




This episode is brought to you by Tonkean.

Tonkean is the operating system for business operations and is the enterprise standard for process orchestration. It provides businesses with the building blocks to orchestrate any process, with no code or change management required. Contact us at tonkean.com to learn how you can build complex business processes. Fast.




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On this week’s episode, host Sagi Eliyahu welcomes Joël Collin-Demers, Consulting Principal of Pure Procurement.

Joël discusses strategies for embracing digital transformation in procurement operations. He emphasizes extracting institutional knowledge from experienced employees before they retire, automating processes through technology and fostering a culture of continuous learning within teams.

Key Takeaways:

(03:23) Businesses are demanding more from procurement, including risk mitigation, innovation, diversity and sustainability objectives. 
(07:30) Implementing continuous improvement and learning mindsets takes 5-10 years for enterprises.
(10:40) Break transformation into manageable pieces by listing objectives, required capabilities and assigning ownership to team members for capability development.
(13:00) Democratize improvement by enabling employees to optimize processes, brainstorm solutions and incorporate technology recommendations.
(17:47) Demographic shifts and shrinking workforces make technology imperative for automating routine tasks and elevating employees to strategic roles.
(21:34) Preserving integrity by staying true to values and principles should be the top priority, even if it risks losing contracts.
(21:58) Continual learning through reading, meeting new people and exploring new experiences is vital to avoid career stagnation.


Resources Mentioned:

Joël Collin-Demers -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelcollindemers/
Pure Procurement | LinkedIn -
https://www.linkedin.com/company/pureprocurement/
Pure Procurement | Website -
https://newsletter.pureprocurement.ca/

This episode is brought to you by Tonkean.

Tonkean is the operating system for business operations and is the enterprise standard for process orchestration. It provides businesses with the building blocks to orchestrate any process, with no code or change management required. Contact us at tonkean.com to learn how you can build complex business processes. Fast.


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On this week’s episode, host Seth Colaner welcomes Nicole Tineo, Legal Technology Advisory Services Manager US of Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP. Nicole talks about how automation in the legal industry has evolved from the early days of using custom code and basic platforms like SharePoint to today's no-code tools that make automation more accessible.

Key Takeaways:

(02:23) The process of requirements gathering and understanding workflow logic remains unchanged; what’s new is the tools and technology. 
(03:11) New low-code tools make automation more accessible without coding skills.
(07:37) Jobs change but they don't disappear; people can grow into new, more strategic roles.
(09:38) AI lacks human creativity; it augments but doesn't replace roles.
(13:24) Overcoming resistance to change with empathy, patience and understanding.
(18:45) Ask questions even if you know the answer.

Resources Mentioned:

Nicole Tineo - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-tineo-ceds-rca-55936a101/
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP - https://www.linkedin.com/company/quinn-emanuel/
Quinn Emanuel Homepage - https://www.quinnemanuel.com/





This episode is brought to you by Tonkean.

Tonkean is the operating system for business operations and is the enterprise standard for process orchestration. It provides businesses with the building blocks to orchestrate any process, with no code or change management required. Contact us at tonkean.com to learn how you can build complex business processes. Fast.




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On this week’s episode, host Seth Colaner welcomes Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, Founder and Host of Let’s Talk Supply Chain. Sarah discusses strategies for leading supply chain teams through disruption and implementing new technologies.

Key Takeaways:

(07:04) Supply chain leaders balance innovation with limited time and budgets.
(10:15) Leaders collaborate across organizations to understand supply chain impact.
(12:12) Supply chain professionals feel overwhelmed by the pace of change.
(13:33) Effective communication bridges supply chain jargon gaps.
(16:15) Younger workers provide reverse mentoring on new tech.
(18:12) Diverse perspectives spark innovation and drive results.
(20:08) Moving outside your comfort zone builds confidence.

Resources Mentioned:

Sarah Barnes-Humphrey - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbarneshumphrey/
Let's Talk Supply Chain - http://letstalksupplychain.com
Blended - http://blendedpledge.org
Women in Supply Chain - https://letstalksupplychain.com/women-in-supply-chain/
Secret Society of Supply Chain - https://secretsocietyofsupplychain.com/




This episode is brought to you by Tonkean.

Tonkean is the operating system for business operations and is the enterprise standard for process orchestration. It provides businesses with the building blocks to orchestrate any process, with no code or change management required. Contact us at tonkean.com to learn how you can build complex business processes. Fast.



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