Thomas and Sigbjørn will kick off the Ignite Summit with an energizing introduction to inspire and align everyone for the day ahead. This session will set the tone by highlighting the core themes for the day, as well as spotlighting the challenges and opportunities shaping our industry.

Speakers: Sigbjørn Nome, Thomas Haver

AI is already showing its value in  procurement, but how will it play out, what are the practical implications and what is the future potential? This session will take a critical look at early signs of what’s working,, what to expect in the near future and the practical implications for procurement functions. Armijn Verweij, EY’s European Procurement Lead is joined by Ida Aspaas Karlsen, Director leading AI Enabled automation at EY Norway, as they set out the foundations for AI’s current and future role.

Speakers: Armijn Verweij, Ida Aspaas Karlsen

AI is transforming procurement, but how do organizations actually apply it in practice? Join us for a dynamic panel discussion where we’ll explore real-world use cases of AI in procurement, covering everything from supplier risk management and cost optimization to smarter decision-making through data.

Speakers: Jan Erik Breivik, Børge Langedal, Dan Gianfreda

How does a lean procurement team build influence and deliver results across a complex organization? Einar Mosvoll shares how Møller Mobility uses strong data foundations, structured processes, clear KPIs, and project discipline to turn procurement into a value-creating function. This session offers a behind-the-scenes view of a small team that earns its seat at the table, from driving savings to supporting the company strategy.

Speaker: Einar Mosvoll

This session helps you turn your vision for a modern procurement tech stack into an actionable rollout plan for success. Proceedo, with several hundreds successful Procure-to-Pay implementations across the Nordics, will share key lessons, common pitfalls to avoid, and insights on how to set your project up for measurable return on investment. They’ll share their perspectives on what it takes to drive adoption and make the tech work for the business.

Speakers: Anne Sofie Sjurseth, Daniel Hagberth

Tomorrow’s requirements and risks for supply chains will be different from today’s. In the session we will explore the future requirements to supply chains and procurement’s role in building resilient supply chains fit for the future. We will discuss how supplier partnerships and collaboration can be a lever for procurement in building stronger supply chains and deliver greater business value.

The session will be facilitated by Per Svanberg (Nordic Procurement lead, EY) and joined by Lars Lundamo (Director Procurement & Supply Chain, Jordanes) and Irene S. Lønøy (Procurement Director, G2 Ocean).

Speakers: Per Svanberg, Lars Lundamo, Irene Stendal Lønøy, Trond Egil Larsen

The world is changing, and so is procurement. At Strawberry, that means working in a different way. Ingrid Håvik, Head of Responsible Procurement, will share the practical compass her team uses to lead this change, built around 3 core questions to focus their purchasing power and drive measurable improvements in the value chain.

She’ll talk about their key principles for structuring a procurement team to drive resilience, how they are building stronger, more resilient supplier partnerships, and share examples of how this approach delivers tangible results.

Fresh off Strawberry being named “Årets innkjøper” by Fairtrade Norway, Ingrid brings a forward-looking perspective on future-proofing procurement.

Speakers: Ingrid Håvik

André Mundal is the author of "De flinkeste slutter" ("The Best People Quit – A Diplomat’s Perspective on the System Paradox"). In his presentation, he explores how the world is changing at an increasingly accelerated pace, disrupting supply chains, systems, and how talent moves in the world of work. As the tempo intensifies, some survive while others succumb. Some lead, others lag behind. What does this mean for the procurement industry and how do you retain the talent needed to adapt?

Speaker: André Mundal

Thomas and Sigbjørn will sum up the day, sharing their reflections and key takeaways on the day.

Speakers: Sigbjørn Nome, Thomas Haver