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Procurement enters 2026 amid easing inflation with slower but steady growth. Tariffs, labor shortages, and tighter compliance demands continue to test resilience as regional divergence shapes sourcing priorities.
Leaders face a year of recalibration. 2026 calls for procurement strategies anchored in intelligence, agility, and proactive risk management. The focus must be on data-driven planning, supplier diversification, and deep-seated alignment with sustainability and technology goals.
This podcast deep dives into the GEP Spend Category Outlook Report, 2026, highlighting key category forecasts and market outlooks across 19 categories, and what leaders should prioritize to stay competitive.
What’s Inside:
- Category-level insights for 19 direct and indirect spend
- Learn how tariffs and energy changes will influence sourcing
- Explore strategies to strengthen procurement resilience in 2026