The fifth edition of Deal! (2025) is packed with inspiration and insights for procurement professionals. From strategic transitions and contracting models to digitalisation and cost analysis, this issue offers valuable perspectives for anyone looking to shape the future of the profession.
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Deal! 5 is out: transition, risks and AI on the procurement agenda
The latest edition of Deal! has been published. In Deal! 5 you’ll read how Van Gelder is professionalising its procurement organisation, why labour migration is both crucial and challenging for the economy, and how the Council of State dissects the draft bill on legal protection in public procurement. We also dive into relational contracting, AI agents as your new digital colleagues, and the Procurement Barometer 2025. And of course, the sharp Eyes on Costs column is back.
Key highlights from this edition:
- Procurement transition at Van Gelder — Procurement Manager Marc Gillissen explains how the organisation is building a hybrid, professional procurement structure.
Labour migration under the microscope — Theo de Kort explores the opportunities and bottlenecks for the economy and the housing sector.
Legal protection — Hub Keulen analyses the failing draft bill and offers suggestions for improvement.
Relational contracts — Sibrecht Diender describes how trust and courage lead to sustainable collaboration.
AI agents — Achraf Talhaoui shows how the new generation of AI tools is reshaping the role of procurement professionals.
Procurement Barometer 2025 — Costs, risks and AI dominate the agenda in the private sector.
Eyes on Costs – What does a watering can really cost? China vs. Germany, including transport and CO₂ insights.
Columns – Including Freek Andriesse on Action, quality and strategic dependency.
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