GEP Category Outlook 2022

All the Insights You’ll Need: GEP Spend Category Outlook Report 2022

Supply chains continue to feel the pressure from a host of risks and uncertainties, such as labor shortages, climate change, geopolitical risks, cyber threats and rising inflation. 2022 offers challenges, but also opportunities to control costs and gain certainty amid the chaos.

What can enterprises do to mitigate risks, ensure supply continuity and keep costs under check?

The GEP Spend Category Outlook 2022 examines the megatrends that will shape sourcing and supply chain strategies this year. This report provides deep insights across a wide range of direct and indirect spend categories, enabling procurement and supply chain professionals to plan ahead and determine their sourcing and purchasing strategy.

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