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Keith Hartley is an American technology executive, author, and commentator on supply chain and procurement. He is the Chief Executive Officer and a board member of LevaData, a software company focused on artificial intelligence–driven direct materials sourcing for global manufacturers.[1][2] Hartley writes and speaks on digital transformation, sourcing strategy, and the use of data and artificial intelligence in supply chain decision-making. He is the founder and CEO of The Abyss Group, a private equity advisory firm.[3]
Career
[edit]Hartley has spent his career in enterprise software, supply chain, and procurement technology, holding senior leadership roles across several global software companies.[1] In November 2022, he was appointed CEO of LevaData and joined its board of directors.[1][2] LevaData provides an AI-powered platform that helps procurement and sourcing teams optimize direct material costs and manage supply risk at the manufacturer part level.[2]
Before joining LevaData, Hartley served as senior vice president and head of sales for North America at Ivalua, where he was responsible for sales across the United States, Canada, and Latin America for the company’s source-to-pay solutions.[1] He was previously group vice president for North America at Blue Yonder, leading vertical sales teams for manufacturing-focused supply chain planning, execution, and commerce solutions.[1]
Hartley has also held executive roles focused on revenue leadership and go-to-market strategy, including serving as chief revenue officer at Sight Machine, an industrial data and manufacturing analytics platform, and as chief executive officer and board member of PureSense Environmental, a software-as-a-service analytics provider in the clean technology sector.[1] Earlier in his career, he held senior positions at Oracle Corporation, working on sales strategy, account planning, and strategic deal management for enterprise resource planning and supply chain applications in North America.[1]
In addition to his role at LevaData, Hartley has acted as an advisor to investors and private equity firms on supply chain technology and digital transformation initiatives through his advisory firm The Abyss Group.[1][4]
Writing and thought leadership
[edit]Hartley is the author of the business book Conquering the Decision Abyss, which discusses how sourcing and supply chain organizations can turn data into actionable decisions and overcome organizational and technological barriers to effective decision-making.[5][6][7] He has appeared on industry podcasts such as Art of Procurement to discuss the concept of the "decision abyss" and the impact of advanced analytics and AI on supply chain performance.[5][6]
Hartley publishes essays and commentary on his Substack newsletter, where he writes about supply chain disruption, procurement strategy, customer-centric growth, and the adoption of specialized AI tools for sourcing.[3][8][9][10] His writing emphasizes themes such as moving beyond spreadsheets for complex supply chains, balancing rapid growth with customer satisfaction, and evaluating build-versus-buy decisions for enterprise software.[8][9][10]
He has contributed articles and commentary to industry publications, including Supply & Demand Chain Executive and other trade media focused on procurement, sourcing, and supply chain resilience.[4]
Recognition
[edit]Hartley has been recognized within the supply chain and procurement community for his leadership in digital transformation. In 2025, he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive for his contributions to the field.[11]
Public speaking and media
[edit]Hartley participates in industry conferences, webinars, and media interviews, discussing topics such as AI in sourcing, managing supply volatility, and building resilient, data-driven procurement organizations.[5][4][6][12]
References
[edit]- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 "Keith Hartley – CEO & Board Member, LevaData". LinkedIn. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- 1 2 3 "LevaData Appoints Supply Chain Transformation Leader Keith Hartley as Chief Executive Officer". LevaData. November 7, 2022. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- 1 2 "Keith Hartley". Substack. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- 1 2 3 "Keith Hartley". Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- 1 2 3 "Conquering the Decision Abyss: From Data to Supply Chain Impact". Art of Procurement. September 6, 2025. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- 1 2 3 "831: Conquering the Decision Abyss: From Data to Supply Chain Impact". Art of Procurement (podcast). September 7, 2025. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- ↑ "Conquering the Decision Abyss – Book Launch Announcement". LinkedIn. September 8, 2025. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- 1 2 "We're Going to Need a Bigger Boat". Substack. September 3, 2025. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- 1 2 "Customer Happiness during Massive Growth". Substack. November 19, 2024. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- 1 2 "Build versus Buy in 2024". Substack. October 30, 2024. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- ↑ "LevaData CEO Keith Hartley Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award by Supply & Demand Chain Executive". LevaData. March 17, 2025. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
- ↑ "Keith Hartley, LevaData Inc: Profile and Biography". Bloomberg. Retrieved February 28, 2026.
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