Procurement in the Age of Information
Thu, 21 Aug
|MS Teams, link per confirmation e-mail
Join Michael Alp, the newly appointed General Manager for New Zealand Government Procurement, to discuss the Government Rules of Procurement and the shift to mandatory eInvoicing - and what these changes mean for public and private sector buyers.
Time & Location
21 Aug 2025, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
MS Teams, link per confirmation e-mail
About the event
The Future is Transparent: New Zealand Procurement in the Age of Information
In a year defined by efficiency, collaboration, and transparency, New Zealand’s procurement leaders face a pivotal moment. This talk explores the evolving regulatory landscape - including the new Government Rules of Procurement and the shift to mandatory eInvoicing - and what these changes mean for public and private sector buyers. We’ll unpack how these reforms can unlock strategic value, improve supplier relationships, and set the stage for a more agile, accountable procurement future.
Bio
Michael Alp is the newly appointed General Manager for New Zealand Government Procurement bringing nearly 30 years of professional experience across both the public and private sectors.
Michael has held several senior leadership roles at MBIE, including Chief Operating Officer, Deputy Secretary Finance & Performance, General Manager Immigration Risk and Border, and General Manager of Property and Procurement. His breadth of experience gives him a deep…