Proteams

It was a pleasure for us to attend and sponsor ProcureCon Marketing Connect in St. Albans — our final ProcureCon Europe Series event of 2024! 🌟 Our conversations with marketing procurement leaders have highlighted great developments for 2025, with a clear shift towards value-driven procurement strategies. A key takeaway from many of the sessions was the increasing need for agility and transformation, reinforcing the growing importance of relationships between procurement, marketing, and high-performing teams. As businesses continue to pursue digital transformation and operational efficiency, we’re committed to activating the right teams and skills to drive this change, helping organisations stay agile and adapt to new opportunities. A big thank you to the ProcureCon Europe Series and Worldwide Business Research (WBR) teams, as well as everyone who shared their insights with us. Richard Beaumont Laura Loader Stephen Carpenter Linzie Gordon Marco Dogliani Julia Wasner Joanna Rogers Chris Mawer Tom McOuat Hannah Parsons MCIPS Mairead Killeen Gamze Tüfekçi Katessa Mabins Patricia Hegarty Máire O'Donoghue David López Denise Vesschemont Pascal D. Raj Bassan Oana Tamasila Laura Robinson Tim Peppiatt Shruti Shah Tom Stear

Looking for the next step in task automation for your enterprise? ⭐   Microsoft Research has launched Magentic-One, an open-source AI system designed to handle complex, multi-step tasks. It works like a team, with specialized agents managing tasks like analyzing code, navigating files, and browsing the web—all led by a central Orchestrator agent. If looking to implement innovative systems like Magentic-One, we can connect you with Microsoft AI engineers and many other skilled professionals needed to make it happen—from strategy to execution. Why is it a game-changer? 🚀 Boosts Productivity: Automates complex workflows, from research reviews to software development. 📈 Scalable: Easily integrates into dynamic environments with plug-and-play agents. 🔒 Risk Management: Designed with robust safety features and human oversight for responsible AI use. Learn more about Magentic-One below, and if keen to explore how our team and expert freelancers can support you in implementing Microsoft services, please reach out to us at hello@proteams.com. #TaskAutomation #MicrosoftResearch #OpenSourceAI #MagenticOne #EnterpriseSolutions #ResponsibleAI #AIIntegration #AutomationTools #TechInnovation #FutureOfWork #FreelanceExperts #MicrosoftAI #AIWorkflow #Procurement #AI #ITProcurement

A recent report by The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine explores how AI’s rapid rise is transforming tasks, jobs, and entire industries. What does this mean for your workforce strategy? To stay competitive, organisations will need a strong, flexible workforce program to tap into the growing global pool of highly skilled freelance talent. 🌐 AI is projected to potentially double U.S. GDP growth from 1.4% to 3% over the next decade, fuelling demand for high-skilled roles and expertise.   🔁 As routine tasks become automated, new freelance roles requiring AI literacy, data management, and soft skills in human–AI collaboration will be in high demand. 📈 AI-driven tools are also expected to increase demand for freelancers and gig workers who can quickly adapt to new technologies. Is your team prepared to respond to rapid AI developments? Download the full report below 👇 #AI #Innovation #Freelance #Freelancing #Talent #Procurement #Digital #FutureOfWork #Tech #WorkforceStrategy #ExternalWorkforce #HR #ExternalTalent #GigWorkers

Looking forward to attending ProcureCon Marketing Connect 2024 over the next few days! 🚀 Tomorrow, we’ll be hosting a roundtable where we’ll delve into strategies for marketing teams to maintain high-quality creative output while navigating the pressures of shrinking budgets, frozen headcounts, and the increasing demand for faster results. Join us for a great discussion with industry leaders. Will you be attending? Let’s connect and set up a time to meet! ProcureCon Europe Series #ProcureCon2024 #Marketing #Procurement #MarketingProcurement #DigitalMarketing #CreativeWork #MarketingStrategy

We’re excited to sponsor the ProcureCon Marketing Connect Forum on December 3-4, 2024, in St. Albans, and look forward to connecting with industry leaders and procurement professionals! 🎉 This event will bring together over 100 senior marketing procurement experts from top European brands to benchmark strategies and dive into the latest industry trends. Key topics on the agenda include leveraging AI and data for personalised marketing, optimising marketing investment and ROI, and rethinking agency models. If you’re a senior marketing procurement professional attending or looking to join, we’d love to connect and share insights! 🚀 A big thank you to the ProcureCon Europe Series for the opportunity, and to the team at Worldwide Business Research (WBR) for their ongoing support—Bryony Hunter, Ellie Slater, Flora P., Austeja B., and Maisie Holmes. #ProcureCon #ProcureCon2024 #MarketingProcurement #WBR #Procurement #MarTech #AI #ExternalWorkforce #Marketing #ProcureConConnect #Sponsor

As the tech talent shortage increases and the demand for IT skills continues to rise, companies are rethinking their tech talent strategy. Deloitte's recent research identifies four approaches leaders are using to build agility and respond effectively to what we're seeing in the market: 🎯 Focus on Skills: Companies prioritising skills-based talent strategies are 63% more likely to achieve their business outcomes. 🤝 Adopt an Ecosystem Model: Smart companies are moving beyond traditional hiring by leveraging freelancers to gain flexibility and faster access to the right talent for project-based needs. 📊 Plan Continuously: Data shows that organisations using proactive, data-driven workforce planning see a 10% productivity boost. 🌱 Strengthen Culture: Build a supportive environment that embraces diverse talent, supports growth, and adapts to new ways of working. What's your take on these strategies? #FutureOfWork #Freelancing #Procurement #TechTalent #TalentStrategy #WorkforcePlanning #SkillsBased #FreelanceEconomy #TechSkills #HRTrends

We’ve been seeing leading companies take freelancing to the next level—moving beyond a hiring option, to build smart, scalable systems to make freelance talent a growth driver. In our conversations with industry leaders, we consistently hear about the challenges of making this transformation work on a large scale: 💡Shifting traditional mindsets to embrace external talent 🤝 Bringing everyone—from HR to procurement—on the same page ⚖ Balancing cost efficiency with talent quality 🌏 Managing the complexities of cross-border regulations 🧩 Knowing where freelancers fit best to enhance team flexibility and impact In our latest blog post, we unpack these challenges and share practical solutions we’ve seen work in the field. Is your team working on similar challenges? Check out the post below to find out which approaches can make a difference 👇 #Freelancing #TalentManagement #WorkforceSolutions #ExternalTalent #AgileWorkforce #ScalingFreelance #FutureOfWork #HR #Procurement

Is your company's approach to hiring keeping pace with the future of work? 💼🌎 In the video linked below, Nuri Demirci Lopez, Principal Product Manager at Microsoft with 20+ years of experience leading global teams, shares some eye-opening insights on integrating freelancers into your workforce. While we're all talking about AI and automation, Nuri points to an equally powerful shift – the rise of the gig economy. Did you know that 50% of the US workforce will be freelancing by 2027? Companies that embrace this shift aren't just saving costs – they're tapping into a global talent pool that traditional hiring could never reach. Even Fortune 500 companies are catching on, with 30% already using freelancer platforms. Looking to explore how freelancers can enhance your organisational structure? Nuri dives deep into this in his two books:  💻 "The Inevitable Future of Work" – An exploration of how AI and the gig economy are reshaping not just how we work, but what work even means. 👉 https://lnkd.in/d2CbjKBx  📚 "Leading The Unknown" – A practical guide to building and leading high-performing remote teams across cultures and time zones. 👉 https://lnkd.in/dgytGNTf https://lnkd.in/eDFyeCSS #FutureOfWork #Leadership #GigEconomy #RemoteWork #Innovation #Freelancing #Freelancer #Talent #AI #Tech

Which skills are in highest demand so far this year? 📈 We’ve pinpointed the top areas where multinationals are facing shortages and our skilled freelancers are stepping in to provide the needed expertise—whether for specific projects or to strengthen their in-house teams. Want to know more about how we can support you with upcoming projects? Reach out to us at hello@proteams.com 📩 #FutureOfWork #Freelance #Workforce #Freelancing #Procurement #Talent #ProjectManagement #DigitalMarketing #AI #Innovation

We’re excited to announce that we’ll be sponsoring ProcureCon Total Talent 2025 at Melia Berlin this February! 🎉 Join us and Europe’s leading companies as we dive into panels, case studies, and discussions on topics like navigating global contingent workforce strategies, bridging the gap between procurement and business departments, and empowering women in the industry. We look forward to connecting with like-minded professionals and sharing our insights on external talent and remote work. When you book through us, you can enjoy 10% off additional passes, so feel free to reach out for more information —check out the agenda here: https://lnkd.in/d5MaQuku Thank you ProcureCon Europe Series and Worldwide Business Research (WBR)⭐ #ProcureCon #Procurement #ProcureConEurope #AI #ProcureConTotalTalent #TalentManagement #ContingentWorkforce #FlexibleWorkforce #TotalTalent #Innovation #IT #Sourcing #ProjectManagement