The period of relative stability that facilitated globalization, along with its extensive value chains and cost-effective sourcing prospects, has come to an end. Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) now find themselves navigating a landscape of uncertainty, volatility, and most importantly, complexity.

AI’s rapid advancement promises to boost productivity and business capabilities, although many organizations are unclear on how they can deliver tangible results in this area.

Leaders face two key challenges: understanding the complex landscape and confidently guiding their organizations into an uncertain future.

The CPO Compass 2025 in partnership with Procurement Leaders delves into macro trends and challenges leaders will face in the coming years.

• Navigating the business supercycle: Experts highlight key macro factors for CPOs in post-global sourcing strategies.
• Balancing human and artificial intelligence: Balancing people and technology to build future-ready capabilities.
• Powering next-level productivity: How can procurement’s role unlock new opportunities for buyers and suppliers under rising pressures?

Access this report to gain valuable insights on future macro trends and challenges for leaders.