Globant Partners with YPF to Drive Digital Transformation Using AI Innovation
This alliance supports the work we are doing at YPF to become increasingly efficient. We trust that Globant's expertise will help us implement new tools to better manage YPF's entire value chain,” he remarked.
The Role of AI in Supply Chain Management
As part of this collaboration, YPF aims to utilize Globant’s extensive knowledge and capabilities in AI, including AI agents, to establish a novel, integrated operating model. This advanced model is designed to learn continuously and evolve over time, allowing it to make sophisticated decisions via expert-supervised algorithms while adhering to YPF's internal policies and standards.
The introduction of these AI-driven tools will undoubtedly lead to reduced operational friction and heightened efficiency, further scaling capabilities across YPF's vast supply chain. With a management portfolio comprising around 5,000 suppliers in excess of 100,000 products, the Supply Chain sector is crucial to YPF's operations and drives the company's continuous quest for enhancement.
YPF's 4x4 Plan
The partnership with Globant complements YPF's ongoing initiatives under its ambitious "Plan 4x4," which targets improved operational efficiency across various business areas. This strategic plan is designed to ensure that YPF remains competitive on a global scale, with aspirations to generate $30 billion in exports by the year 2030.
The incorporation of AI is expected to not only improve YPF's operational performance but also fortify its market position amidst stiff competition. The transformation process underscores YPF's commitment to modernization, ensuring that it operates not only within Argentina but also on a global platform.
About YPF and Globant
Founded as the leading energy enterprise in Argentina, YPF is recognized as the world's largest shale oil operator outside of the United States. The company operates across the entire energy value chain, from exploration to production and distribution.
Globant, on the other hand, is renowned for inspiring digital evolution across businesses, merging technology and creativity to deliver transformative solutions. With over 31,200 employees spread across 35 countries, their collaborations with major entities like Google and Electronic Arts evoke trust and reliability in the technology segment.
Working together, YPF and Globant are not only looking to enhance their corporate capabilities but also to set a benchmark in the energy industry for digital transformation.