Procure IT, an AI-driven IT procurement company, has announced the appointment of Phil Ben-Joseph as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO). With over 25 years of experience in IT management, Ben-Joseph brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in IT spend management and technology optimization. His role will be pivotal in advancing Procure IT’s AI-driven platform, aimed at transforming the company’s approach to IT procurement.
1. Phil Ben-Joseph’s Experience and Background:
- Over 25 years of experience in IT management.
- Former Vice President of Technology at Advantage Solutions, managing IT infrastructure for a $4 billion global organization.
- CIO at Profit Enhancement Systems (PES), where he developed cloud cost-management practices.
- Most recently served as CIO at E78 Partners following PES’s acquisition.
2. Vision for AI-Driven IT Procurement:
- Focus on building a scalable software stack for internal operations and external IT procurement.
- Development of an AI-driven IT procurement platform tailored for SMBs and small enterprises.
- Aims to provide actionable insights into IT spend, performance, and risk.
3. Strategic Initiatives and Future Growth:
- IT Datapack Report: Comprehensive AI-driven IT procurement reports.
- Cloud FinOps: Promotes cost transparency, accountability, and optimization of cloud costs through AI insights.
- SaaS FinOps: Enhances financial performance by optimizing SaaS spend through AI-driven strategies.
- Technology Expense Management (TEM): Streamlines technology cost management and invoice processing while ensuring provider accountability.
4. The “Single Pane of Glass” Approach:
- The platform will offer integrated insights into technology spend, performance, and risk for CIOs and CFOs.
- Tracks contract terms and commitments with a focus on productivity and optimization through AI-driven processes.
Phil Ben-Joseph’s appointment as CIO is set to propel Procure IT into the forefront of AI-driven IT procurement. His expertise in IT spend management and optimization will be instrumental in realizing the company’s vision of a unified, AI-powered platform that delivers comprehensive insights and optimizations for businesses of all sizes.
