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Beyond the Research

World Commerce & Contracting
AI In Contract Management
Contract Lifecycle Management
Supply Chain
Market Uncertainty
Tariffs
Workforce Dynamics In the Modern Era Report
Governance Models
Contract Management
Artificial Intelligence
Most Negotiated Terms 2024
Randstad
Syrian Labs
World Commerce and Contracting
Agilov
Worldcc
Contract Negotiations
Small and Medium Enterprises
Contracts
Government Procurement
Negotiation

"Beyond the Research" is your essential 15-minute deep dive into the most pressing topics and groundbreaking studies shaping the world of commerce and contracting. Hosted by Issy Drinkall, each episode goes beyond the pages of WorldCC's meticulously crafted research reports to bring you direct insights from the experts who helped create them.

In a world of increasing complexity and rapid change, u... more

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We explore the "From Control to Connection" report, focusing on how Agentic AI is transforming Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) from a system of rigid control to a dynamic, connected engine of intelligence and action, addressing the hidden costs o... more

In this episode, we discuss the "Workforce Dynamics in the Modern Era Report (ANZ)," exploring current skill levels, future needs, the impact of AI, and organizational support systems within the Procurement and Contract Management workforce, with an ... more

We explore the "Most Negotiated Terms: A focus on US government procurement and contracting" report, uncovering how current rigid procurement practices in US government contracting lead to significant hidden costs and inefficiencies, and highlighting... more

We critically examine the "Purpose of Contracts" report, exploring the significant gap between the intended and actual effectiveness of contracts in business, and challenging the traditional view of contracts as mere legal documents to advocate for t... more

Explore the "AI and the Contract Management Lifecycle" report, focusing on how AI is transforming the role of contract managers from administrative to strategic, enhancing efficiency, risk management, and client relationships across the entire contra... more

In this episode of Beyond the Research, we explore the findings of the “Conflicts and Disputes in Commercial and Contracting Relationships” report, conducted in partnership with Resolutiion. Guest Fayola-Maria Jack, CEO of Resolutiion, unpacks why co... more

In this episode we discuss the "Most Negotiated Terms 2024" report, particularly the disconnect between terms most frequently negotiated (like liability and price) and those considered most important or most disputed (like scope and delivery), as wel... more

The "Managing Tariffs and Market Uncertainty" report examines how businesses are currently reacting to market disruptions, the future strategies they are considering, and the critical areas they may need to address to build more resilient supply netw... more

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Recent Guests

Rahul Sharma
Regional Vice President at Syrian Labs
Syrian Labs
Episode: From Control to Connection: The impact of AI agents in CLM
Rachel Homer
Procurement Contracts and Supply Chain Manager
Randstad Australia
Episode: Workforce Dynamics in the Modern Era
Craig Conrad
CEO at NCMA
NCMA
Episode: Most Negotiated Terms: A focus on US government procurement and contracting
Craig Conti
Global and UK Lead Partner Contracts at Deloitte
Deloitte
Episode: The Purpose of Contracts
Rashim Noonan
Associate Director at Deloitte, Co-Founder of OneNGA
Deloitte, OneNGA
Episode: The Purpose of Contracts
Bernadette Bullican
Chief Evangelist at I-Certis
I-Certis
Episode: Most Negotiated Terms 2024
Tim Cummings
President of WorldCC and Executive Director of Commerce and Contract Management Institute
WorldCC
Episode: Managing Tariffs and Market Uncertainty
Andy Wisher
CPO at Agilov, co-author of the report on AI and contract management
Agilov
Episode: Humans & AI: Together, Transforming Contract Management

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Issy Drinkall
Host of Beyond the Research

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From Control to Connection: The impact of AI agents in CLM
Q: How do AI agents enable a shift from reactive to proactive contract management?
He highlights that AI agents monitor contract end dates and performance proactively, alerting users about upcoming renewals and compliance issues before they escalate into problems.
From Control to Connection: The impact of AI agents in CLM
Q: Could you explain how the different types of agents work together?
Rahul discusses the three types of agents—foundational, interactive, and orchestration—that collaborate effectively, with foundational agents performing backend tasks, interactive agents managing complex tasks with user interface, and orchestration agents coordinating everything and providing a user-friendly experience.
From Control to Connection: The impact of AI agents in CLM
Q: How does Agentic AI directly address fragmentation in contract management?
Rahul explains that Agentic AI addresses fragmentation by connecting different systems and processes, allowing data from legal, commercial, and operational teams to be integrated and accessible, rather than siloed.
Workforce Dynamics in the Modern Era
Q: How can organizations effectively communicate AI's transformative potential?
Start small with AI implementation, focus on controlled experimentation, and ensure team members understand that AI will handle more transactional tasks, allowing time for the development of complex skills.
Workforce Dynamics in the Modern Era
Q: What are the key strategies organizations can implement to improve transparency and alignment with growth aspirations?
Employers should engage in structured assessments and one-on-one coaching sessions to understand employees' career paths and foster a clear progression plan.

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This series focuses on pressing topics and groundbreaking studies in commerce and contracting, offering vital insights from industry experts. Each 15-minute episode translates complex research findings into practical intelligence, discussing the implications of emerging technologies, like AI, in contract management. The format is designed to be concise and engaging, making it accessible for busy professionals while challenging conventional thinking about contracting and commercial relationships. With a strong emphasis on optimizing value and mitigating risk, it aims to equip listeners with the knowledge required to navigate the evolving landscape of business effectively.

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2. Rachel Homer
3. Craig Conrad
4. Craig Conti
5. Rashim Noonan
6. Bernadette Bullican
7. Tim Cummings
8. Andy Wisher

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