Global State of Procurement Report Insights
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Global State of Procurement & Supply
Why this study matters now
The combination of rising protectionism, new tariffs, and ongoing geopolitical shocks are reshaping global supply strategies in real time. This report, based on the views of global procurement and supply leaders, reveals how the professionals most exposed to those changes are responding.
"“Procurement is a force multiplier. It interacts with thousands of suppliers. It drives the strategy of any organization as it encompasses risk management, supplier relationship management, good governance and adherence to sustainability commitments” – chief procurement officer, southern Africa
CIPS Pulse Survey Findings
The CIPS Pulse, based on a quarterly panel survey, provides regular insight into the pinch points and pressures being experienced by global procurement and supply leaders. Find out what the findings mean for you below.
Q1 2025 - record supply chain anxiety fuelled by Trump’s tariffs
Procurement and supply chain leaders are experiencing record levels of anxiety, finds the latest CIPS Global State of Procurement & Supply Pulse Survey.
Estimated combined turnover of our survey respondents’ organisations
Two-thirds (64%) of respondents say that the influence of procurement is growing in their organisation. A quarter say the CPO has a permanent seat on the main board – up from one fifth last year
Where procurement and supply will invest in the next 12 months
| Staff development and training | 60% |
| Digital technology | 59% |
| Sustainability | 54% |
| AI | 44% |
| Compliance | 41% |
| Cybersecurity | 38% |
| Strategic sourcing | 38% |
| Supply chain visibility | 30% |
| People/headcount | 27% |
| Supply chain security | 21% |
- Being strategic
- Leadership
- Influencing
The top 3 skills that leaders want to develop in the year ahead - but how did respondents score enhancing sustainability and new technology skills?
The top three strategies among procurement leaders for ensuring continuity of supply in a volatile world
- Diversify the number of suppliers
- Extend contracts
- Insourcing
What is the outlook for the year ahead?
For regular analysis of the CIPS Pulse findings – and other geoeconomic trends – check out the CIPS Knowledge & Insight hub.