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From AI innovation to real impact - key takeaways from DPW 2025

Event date: 30.10.25 - 30.10.25

Once again, DPW proved to be one of the highlights of the European procurement calendar, featuring industry leaders, cutting-edge topics, and engaging conversations. For Unite, this marked the fourth time supporting the event, which continues to serve as an important platform for exchanging ideas about the future of procurement.

Unite at DPW 2025: creating value through connection

At our stand, and in an interview with CPO Strategy Magazine, we showcased how the Unite solution enables a unified, scalable approach to indirect procurement — combining access to marketplaces in 12 European countries with uncomplicated supplier management of vetted local suppliers, procurement services and single-creditor convenience.

In countless conversations, our focus was clear: making indirect procurement more transparent, compliant, and efficient. By connecting buyers and suppliers through one digital ecosystem, Unite helps procurement teams reduce complexity, save time, and unlock new strategic potential.

Key takeaways: AI and the power of content

This year’s theme, “Putting AI to Work,” was omnipresent - in keynotes, at the booths, and in almost every conversation. After two years of high expectations, 2025 was the year when AI moved from hype to hands-on practice. Yet one learning stood out: while AI holds enormous potential, technology alone doesn’t create value. True impact arises when strong content meets intelligent technology. That’s why content owners - such as B2B marketplaces, data providers, and E-Procurement platforms - are becoming increasingly important. Only through collaboration and end-to-end integration can procurement solutions deliver real, scalable benefits.

Unite being interviewed at DPW Amsterdam 2025
CPO Strategy Magazine interview with Bob van de Laar from Unite
Unite booth at DPW Amsterdam 2025

Looking ahead

DPW once again confirmed that Unite is on the right path: Empowering organisations to make indirect procurement more efficient, transparent, and compliant, while freeing up valuable time for strategic priorities.

We’ve already booked our booth for DPW 2026, and we’re excited to see how AI and collaborative innovation will continue to evolve in procurement.

And of course, as proud title holders of the DPW Padel Tournament, we're also looking forward to defending our title next year.

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