Expert Reports

The procurement imperative

Procurement is stepping up as a strategic function within the broader organisation amid rising risks, evolving technologies and growing regulatory pressures. Download this free report from SAP Ariba for the latest iteration of Economist Impact’s research into the C-suite and their view of procurement.



Finding value during disruption

Procurement has evolved beyond cost control to become a driver of strategic value and competitive advantage. In this report from Infosys Portland, they explore procurement's evolution into a pillar of innovation, sustainability, and long-term growth.



Optimising cost, speed, and resilience through AI-enabled procurement

This report, developed by GEP in association with Harvard Business Review Analytic Services, explores how procurement is being transformed by AI. It offers insights into the practical steps and structural shifts required to move from experimentation to impact and how organisations can position themselves for long-term success.

The importance of social value in public sector procurement

As the public sector continues to evolve under increasing pressure to embed social value across procurement practices, understanding the current state of delivery, capability, and confidence is more important than ever. Discover more with the results of a survey by Procure Partnerships Framework (PPF) and the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).

Breaking the deadlock

Download the report to explore the data, uncover key insights, and take practical steps toward strengthening your organisation’s approach to conflict and dispute resolution.

CIPS Global State of Procurement & Supply 2025: cool heads in the storm

Supply chain disruption. Tariffs. Price pressures. ESG. Procurement and supply professionals must contend with complex, shifting issues. The second edition of the CIPS Global State of Procurement & Supply 2025, supported by GEP, reveals a profession at an inflection point – and leaders who are playing a critical role in corporate decision-making.  


The future of AI in procurement

In this white paper, AI’s ability to bridge strategic and tactical procurement processes to significantly reduce manual work is explored alongside Gen AI’s transformative potential, its unique fit for procurement, and its practical applications.


Outlook Report 2025: Procurement & Supply Chain

After recently adapting to the post-pandemic reality, organisations now face a complex landscape of technological, geopolitical and regulatory changes that are reshaping procurement and supply chains dramatically. Download GEP's outlook report to help plan for the future.

US Tariff Plans: FAQs

Conditional globalisation is redefining the global trade landscape, with countries using tariffs and trade barriers to protect domestic industries. S&P Global address some of the most frequently asked questions about US tariff plans.

Supply chain insights: US tariff plans

Import duties are central to US President Donald Trump’s economic and foreign policy, and he has many regulatory and legislative mechanisms to deploy them. Download S&P Global's strategic report to learn about the consequences of current and future tariffs under the Trump administration.