The procurement imperative

While procurement teams continue to drive cost savings, their mandate is now shifting towards risk management, digital transformation and sustainability to create long-term value.

According to findings from a survey of 2,026 C-suite executives, 85% of executives highlight that cyber and technology-related risks will significantly impact businesses’ operational strategy over the next 12-18 months, while collaboration is seen as a catalyst for procurement success.

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The procurement imperative

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