What is Driving CPOs Today? Focus Shifts to Technology and Processes

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What Is Driving CPOs Today? Focus Shifts to Technology and Processes

Almost half (46%) of enterprises report that their CPO now plays a bigger role in high-level decision-making. That was just one of the results of the GEP-sponsored 2024 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report.

The CPO plays an increasingly critical position in the enterprise, not only in the procurement function, but also when it comes to regarding strategy, technology and sustainability. CPOs also face challenges in the current procurement environment, ranging from supply chain disruptions to inflation and global market volatility.

Why Read This Report

Addressing Top Concerns

Key areas for 2024 are technology (35%), supply chain disruption (37%) and process improvement (43%)

Aligning Procurement and ESG

64% say their procurement KPIs are somewhat closely linked to sustainability goals, while 27% say they are very closely linked

Prioritizing Cost Reduction

Over the next year, cost reduction is a high priority for more than half (53%)

CPOs Take on Bigger Decision-Making Roles. Read Now

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