The Growing Influence of Procurement and Supply Chain Leaders

A MUST-READ FOR PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN LEADERS

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The Growing Influence of Procurement and Supply Chain Leaders

The influence of procurement and supply chain leaders over organizational spend is growing, according to 68% of respondents to a recent CIPS survey — Global State of Procurement and Supply 2024.

As they enhance their decision-making sway, 35% of procurement and supply chain pros report their companies will spend more on technology — particularly AI — in the coming year. In addition, nearly half (49%) of procurement and supply chain leaders want to bolster their ability to improve sustainability.

Those are just a few of the intriguing findings of this CIPS research.

What’s Inside:

Why prioritizing leadership and relationship-building is essential
How technology and innovation play a key role in tackling big challenges
Why 78% say their enterprises are committed to ESG issues

Check out the results from this first-ever CIPS global survey for the latest procurement and supply chain trends and priorities.

Why Read This Paper

Prioritizing Leadership

Focusing on relationship-building and team development is essential

Benefits of Tech Adoption

How technology and innovation play a key role in tackling big challenges

Sustainability Efforts Pay Off

Why 78% say their enterprises are committed to ESG issues

Discover the Latest Trends and Priorities Driving Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals

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