VII. Global Procurement
& Supply Chain Study 2026
Join 4,300+ procurement and supply chain leaders shaping the future of the industry — with a special focus on AI.
A Research Initiative by
SKEMA Business School · Dümpelfeld Partners
A Research Initiative by
6 studies. 114 countries.
One mission.
This study is a follow-up to the previous six Global Procurement and Supply Chain Management Studies with together about 4,300 participants from 114 countries and five publications in the Harvard Business Manager.
Special Focus 2026: AI in Procurement & Supply Chain
How is artificial intelligence reshaping sourcing, operations, and end-to-end supply chains? This edition puts AI at the center of the global conversation.
For this study we expect around 1,000 participants. In an era of AI disruption, geopolitical volatility, and radical supply chain transformation, your voice shapes the global narrative for both procurement and supply chain management.
What We're Investigating
The topics that define the future of procurement and supply chain management.
AI in Procurement
How is artificial intelligence transforming procurement? Where is it deployed and what potential remains untapped?
Maturity Benchmarking
Where does your organization stand? Measure your procurement maturity against global standards.
Geopolitics & Resilience
How are organizations responding to volatility, trade risks, and geopolitical tensions?
Sustainability & ESG
What role do sustainability and ESG criteria play in the current economic landscape?
Cost Management
In times of crisis, cost optimization takes center stage. What strategies lead the way?
Professional Competencies
What skills do procurement professionals need today and tomorrow? The future of talent.
15 Minutes. Massive Value.
Your participation unlocks a free, personalized procurement & supply chain benchmark report and so much more.
Exclusive Benchmark Report
See exactly where you stand. Receive a free benchmark of your individual procurement and SCM performance compared to 1,000 other participants, sent to you via email after the study is finished.
Personal Benchmark Report
Get a free benchmark of your individual procurement and SCM performance compared to 1,000 other participants, sent to you via email after the study is finished.
Thought Leadership
Contribute to the world's leading procurement and supply chain research and shape industry standards.
Global Network
Join a community of 1,000+ international procurement and supply chain professionals and executives.
AI & Future Trends
Exclusive insights into how AI is reshaping procurement and supply chains - before they're published anywhere else.
This is your study.
Whether you lead global procurement, run a supply chain organization, or are just starting your career in sourcing, operations or logistics — every perspective matters. Your insights help shape the future of procurement and supply chain management in the age of AI.
Only 10-15 minutes
Completely free. Anonymous. Valuable.
10-15 Minutes
That's all it takes. Pause anytime, pick up where you left off.
We expect around 1,000 participants from the global procurement community.
Your Data is Safe
Privacy isn't an afterthought. It's our foundation.
- Strictly confidential - research purposes only
- Fully anonymous evaluation
- GDPR-compliant (EU standards)
- No data shared with third parties
- Voluntary - pause or stop anytime
Got Questions?
Ready to Shape the Future
of Procurement & Supply Chain?
Join thousands of procurement and supply chain leaders worldwide. 10-15 minutes of your time. Insights that last a career — with a special focus on AI.
The largest global procurement & SCM study · Free benchmark report · 100% anonymous
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