We don’t need to tell you that your world is constantly changing.  The current economic climate, globalization issues, international trade issues, geo-political fluctuations, and even localized environmental issues can disquiet your ability to drive your organizations’ successes.  We know – we talk to you and your peers in the industry every day. Emptoris Empower 2008 gives you the opportunity to interact with your peer network, meet new industry leaders and learn how leading professionals are overcoming the same challenges you face everyday.  Did we mention that we are hosting this event in beautiful, scenic Cape Cod?

Here are a few more reasons to attend:

Interactive, Cutting Edge Topics: Learn how leading supply and contract management professionals understand and overcome the key challenges for improved performance and compliance in the areas of spend analysis, strategic sourcing, contract management and supplier performance management.

Industry Benchmarks: Benchmark your performance against industry peers and obtain actionable insight into best practices deployed. Learn how these companies have been successful and how they’ve implemented change in their organizations.

Expert Insight: Hear leading experts from academia, industry institutions and the research community share insights as to the macro-economic trends impacting today’s businesses and the resulting impact on the goals, challenges and direction of global procurement organizations.

Networking Opportunities: Enhance your network of industry peers by discussing challenges, sharing ideas, and capitalizing on the collective wisdom of Emptoris customers during our designated networking sessions, over lunch, or on your own.

Solution Demonstrations: See firsthand the Emptoris suite of supply and contract management solutions. Solutions experts will be available to answer questions and provide personalized, one-on-one demonstrations.

Fun Activities: Relax and enjoy at Ocean Edge Resort on Cape Cod, see the historic locales of Hyannis and Chatham, stroll along the beaches of the Kennedy’s or sit on a pier with a Lobster roll and watch the sunset.