The State of Procurement in H2 2025

AI-driven innovation. Sustainability partnerships. Cross-functional collaboration. Together, these forces are transforming procurement into a strategic powerhouse. However, how are leading teams preparing for these challenges and, ultimately, driving supply chain innovation?

ProcureAbility’s latest benchmarking study, developed with ProcureCon, reveals top priorities for procurement leaders. In addition, it provides key insights into the current state of procurement.

Inside the report, you'll discover:

Technology satisfaction and AI maturity: Only 6% of teams see widespread AI results. As a result, understanding this gap is critical.

Supply chain optimization and forecasting capabilities: 65% of respondents faced shortages in the past year. Therefore, leaders are adopting proactive strategies to stay ahead.

Risks and barriers to progress: Identify internal and external blockers. Then, learn ways to overcome them.

ESG initiatives and digital transformation: Furthermore, teams are scaling partnerships and strategies to address top enterprise priorities.

Procurement must lead with innovation, resilience, and strategic clarity. Ultimately, this report shows what’s working, what’s next, and how your team can stay ahead.

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