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Americas Procurement Congress 2025: AI in Action

The Americas Procurement Congress 2025, held at JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort on March 11-12, gathered the top minds in procurement to discuss the future of digital transformation. At the center of this discussion? AI-driven procurement and its ability to unlock deep value.

Zycus took the spotlight in a mainstage deep dive session, where Denise Miller (Chief Revenue Officer, Zycus) sat down with Opi Gahunia (Director, Indirect Procurement, Belden) for a fireside chat: “Unleashing the Power of AI Agents: Unlocking Deep Value in Procurement.”

The conversation wasn’t just about technology – it was about real results. Belden’s procurement transformation with Zycus’ AI-powered solutions provided a powerful case study on how Agentic AI is reshaping procurement strategy.

Beyond Automation: How Belden is Unlocking Deep Value with Zycus

AI as a Strategic Enabler: Belden leveraged Zycus’ AI-driven procurement suite to reduce cycle times, drive real-time decision-making, and enhance procurement agility.
Cost Savings & Efficiency Gains: Through AI-powered automation, Belden achieved measurable cost savings while improving contract compliance and supplier management.
Intelligent Intake Management is a Game-Changer: As procurement teams evolve, Merlin Intake has become critical for seamless procurement adoption and better user experience.
The Future of AI in Procurement: Belden is prioritizing AI-powered risk management, supplier negotiations, and spend forecasting, ensuring procurement is no longer just a cost center – but a strategic growth driver.

Read the full success story: Belden Transform its Source-to-Pay Process with Zycus

The discussion reinforced a growing industry consensus: Agentic AI is no longer an option – it’s an imperative.

Way Forward: Agentic AI as the New Standard for Strategic Procurement

The key takeaway from Americas Procurement Congress 2025? AI is no longer just a “nice-to-have” – it’s the foundation for procurement excellence.

Zycus is leading this shift with Merlin Agentic AI, helping organizations:

End-to-End Source-to-Pay Automation: Reducing manual intervention and enabling proactive procurement strategies with AI-driven insights.
AI-Driven Decision Intelligence: Helping organizations predict risks, optimize spend, and enhance supplier collaboration for smarter procurement outcomes.
Advanced Intake Management: Providing structured, policy-driven procurement workflows that align with business priorities, ensuring better compliance and user experience.

As AI-driven procurement takes center stage, insights from Americas Procurement Congress 2025 highlight its transformative impact. With industry leaders like Zycus and Belden showcasing the power of AI agents, the future of procurement is smarter, faster, and more efficient.