Everyone’s talking about AI. Few are buying it wisely. In this episode of Procurement Game Changers, we tackle the big question: How do you navigate uncertainty when buying AI solutions — and still make smart, strategic decisions?
Our guest, Debo Lufadeju brings a wealth of experience leading complex strategic sourcing projects across private and public sectors. His golden rule?
“Take a step back and understand what business problem you’re solving before investing in AI.”
We discuss why 95% of AI pilot projects fail, how to tie investments to measurable outcomes, and the role of procurement as a strategic partner in innovation, not just a gatekeeper.
Tune in to learn how to balance innovation with practical risk management — and buy AI with confidence.

Looking to stay up-to-date on all things procurement? To help demystify the world of sourcing, our host, Helene Laffitte, brings you a brand new podcast series called Procurement Game Changers. This informative podcast is all about procurement and features interviews with some of the biggest names in the industry. In every episode, you will get to meet one or more procurement luminaries who will be sharing with you their thought, experiences, challenges, and how they overcame them.