No doubt the year ahead will throw the procurement industry new curveballs to contend with , but some trends remain the same . 89 % of executives believe that digitally transformed companies have a competitive advantage . As such digital transformation remains a top trend for procurement leaders as we start 2022 , one that will be driven by another two trends — traceability and resilience , of which 87 % of sourcing and procurement leaders believe their supply chains need to incorporate in the next two years .

Another familiar face will be sustainable sourcing . As we tick closer to the 2030 mark , global efforts will continue to ramp up if industries want to meet their sustainability targets .

12 January 2022