Spend Matters Podcast: Addressing the Lack of Data Visibility w/ LevaData CEO Keith Hartley

As companies look across their supply chains, especially the procurement and sourcing of direct materials, there is a deep chasm preventing teams from getting the information they need to make the best business decisions. Keith Hartley, the CEO of LevaData, has named this massive gap the “decision abyss.” In a recent podcast with Spend Matters analyst Bertrand Maltaverne, Keith explained why companies struggle with the decision abyss, how advanced technologies like AI are needed to address this challenge, and how LevaData is helping overcome this obstacle.

Check out this Spend Matters Podcast episode for a deep dive into this critical issue and discover how LevaData is helping businesses overcome the challenges of the "decision abyss".

In this episode, Keith Hartley shares his insights and experiences with our host from Spend Matters, covering three main topics:

The Decision Abyss: Keith Hartley sheds light on what the decision abyss is, and how it affects the procurement process in the manufacturing industry. He discusses how the lack of access to crucial information prevents businesses from making informed decisions and how it can lead to inefficiencies and increased costs.

The Role of AI in Alleviating the Difficulty: With the power of AI, Keith Hartley explains how businesses can gain real-time access to critical information, enabling them to make informed decisions quickly and effectively. He discusses the various ways in which AI can alleviate the difficulty of the decision abyss and how LevaData is using cutting-edge technology to bridge the gap.

How LevaData is Addressing the Issue: As a leading tech provider, LevaData is at the forefront of addressing the decision abyss issue. Keith Hartley explains how LevaData is leveraging AI and technology to provide businesses with real-time access to data and insights that can help them make better procurement decisions. He discusses the various ways in which LevaData is empowering businesses to overcome the decision abyss and optimize their procurement processes.