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Geopolitical and macroeconomic disruption in supply chains in 2025

29 September

Geopolitical and macroeconomic disruption in supply chains in 2025

A survey of 200 global supply chain leaders

Geopolitical tensions, macroeconomic instability, and regulatory shifts are no longer distant threats - they are immediate challenges reshaping global commerce.

To understand how global organisations are navigating these challenges, Sphera has surveyed 200 Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) and Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs) across the US, UK, Germany, and Canada. 

This survey report reveals the primary risks causing the most disruption right now. 

  • Discover the proactive strategies your peers are implementing, from diversifying suppliers and regionalising production to enhancing risk monitoring and relocating operations. 
  • Gain critical insights into the operational, technological, and financial barriers holding organisations back.
  • Learn how to build a more agile, transparent, and resilient supply chain that can thrive amidst uncertainty.

Download the free report now.

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