As organisations turn to AI for competitive advantages, relying on third-party vendors introduces new complexities and risks. This new white paper from S&P Global is essential for executives, risk managers, procurement professionals, and anyone managing third-party relationships who wants to harness the power of AI responsibly and confidently.

New report based on a recent survey by procurement and contract management software specialists, ReadyTech, in partnership with CIPS, highlights how the energy, mining, local government, and other asset-intensive industries are changing in the region, the main obstacles for success, and the technologies currently being used for procurement and contract management.

Procurement and finance leaders face increasing pressure to manage payments efficiently while ensuring compliance. This white paper uncovers actionable strategies to streamline payment processes and strengthen governance, empowering you to transform payments into a source of cost savings and operational resilience.

Backed by Fastmarkets’ extensive expertise in editorial and analytics, this report equips professionals with modern risk management techniques to protect operations and adapt swiftly to uncertainty.

In an era of global disruption, managing third-party risk has become one of procurement’s most pressing challenges. Download this new eBook from WNS Procurement to see how leading organisations are turning to AI to avoid supplier risk.

Every procurement leader faces recurring challenges, no matter the sector or size of the organisation. Download this new report from Alcumus to understand some of the common contractor management challenges and how they play out in real-world situations.

Navigate a complex Q4 as S&P Global's latest outlook 'Uncertainty is the new certainty' forecasts a 0.4% year-over-year drop in global trade, driven by a volatile tariff landscape and shifting trade agreements.

Procurement is no longer just about cutting costs, it’s about creating value, driving efficiency, and building resilience in an unpredictable world. In the second of Market Dojo's playbooks, learn how to go beyond cost savings to unlock strategic value and impact.

In an era of unprecedented volatility, supply chain leaders are facing immense pressure from geopolitical instability, macroeconomic shifts, and regulatory changes. See how this is changing global organisations by reading this report from Sphera based on a survey of 200 CPOs and CSCOs.

Procurement is evolving into a strategic powerhouse amid global risks. This new report by Ivalua shows how agentic AI offers automation, insights, and resilience by streamlining supplier management, forecasting, and decision making. While adoption challenges include cost, skills, and trust, leaders leveraging AI gain competitive advantage.

The days of procurement being defined by incomprehensible spreadsheets, shadow IT, hidden conversations and paper-based processes are finally drawing to an end. This whitepaper by ORO Labs explores what agentic AI is, how it works, and why it represents such a profound step-change in procurement’s ways of working.

Sustainable procurement has evolved into a core strategic priority for organisations in 2025. A global survey of 105 procurement professionals by Integrity Next in partnership with CIPS finds that sustainability has become mainstream in procurement, driven by tighter regulations and the pursuit of business value. 

CEO and CFO viewpoints are vital in shaping business strategy. More than ever, leaders are looking for innovative and bold solutions that go beyond normal cost optimisation initiatives. This year’s Cost Management Barometer provides comprehensive insight into what is on their minds for the next 12 months, and beyond.

What imminent risks lie around the corner in today’s volatile environment, and how can organisations take steps to adapt and be resilient? This free report addresses these issues in detail.

Procurement and supply chain leaders are increasingly aligned on strategic goals like resilience, quality compliance, and sustainability. But operational divides remain a significant barrier to turning strategy into action. Download this new paper which explores the state of alignment between procurement and supply chain functions and the hidden costs of operational misalignment.

In recent years, the topic of modern slavery has come to the forefront of conversations surrounding sustainability, corporate responsibility, and ethical business practices. This e-book from BSI aims to empower leaders, procurement professionals, and sustainability teams with the knowledge and tools needed to identify, assess, and eradicate modern slavery from supply chains.

The Digitise Procurement Maturity Playbook is your step-by-step guide to transitioning from manual to digital processes. It will help you to overcome these hurdles and provide the fastest route to transformation.