人工智能的采用及其对采购的变革性影响

AI ADOPTION AND ITSTRANSFORMATIVE IMPACTON PROCUREMENT A Comprehensive Analysis of CurrentAdoption and Future Potential ai adoption and its transformative impact on procurement table of contents Executive Summary_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2Foreword from the Producer_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________3About the Respondents____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________4Key Insights____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________4The Current State of AI in Procurement________________________________________________________________________________________________________________6The Impact of AI on Procurement KPIs_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________9Ongoing AI Investment and Implementation Strategies________________________________________________________________________________________12Conclusion: Navigating the AI-Driven Future of Procurement_________________________________________________________________________________15Key Suggestions____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________15About the Author__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________16About Our Partner__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________17 executive summary The findingsdemonstrateremarkablyhigh satisfactionlevels amongprocurementprofessionalswho haveimplementedAI solutions. Artificial intelligence is moving beyond its initial implementations in the procurementfunction. Given current levels of investment, it has become a strategic imperative formost organizations. This report examines the current state of AI adoption across organizations and theirprocurement departments. Notably, it reveals that there is already widespreadimplementation across the function's key focus areas, including supplier management,spend analysis, and more. The findings demonstrate remarkably high satisfaction levels among procurementprofessionals who have implemented AI solutions, with organizations activelyexpanding their capabilities. However, many procurement teams have the opportunityto expand their use of AI, focusing beyond specific tactical applications to a morecomprehensive form of strategic integration. foreword fromthe producer Artificial intelligence applications in procurement are evolving, becoming a vital driverof success in our industry. The findings in this report demonstrate the remarkableprogress procurement professionals have made—moving from experimentation tostrategic adoption, all while navigating real-world challenges and opportunities. At ProcureCon, we see these same themes echoed on our main stage and inconversations with leaders shaping the future of procurement. In addition to AI,each conference showcases a rich diversity of topics that reflect the complexity andinnovation in our field. I invite you to explore the insights in this report. I also invite you to join us at the nextProcureCon—where innovation meets action, and the brightest minds in procurementcome together to build what’s next. Mike Dunlap Head of Content and GrowthProcureCon North America about the respondents The respondents are primarily supply chain (42%) and procurement (39%) leaders, with 52%holding VP, senior VP, or C-level roles. They represent companies across a range of industries,including manufactured goods; medical devices, telecommunications, electronics, and high-tech;chemicals, plastics, and polymers; and the pharmaceutical industry. The companies have dollarsunder management ranging from less than $250 million to $1 billion or more. key insights Among the respondents: 43%describe their AI implementations as"advanced" or "innovative" 55%have realized cost savings and spendreduction from AI 88%will increase AI investments over thenext 12 months 92%express satisfaction withtheir AI solutions 59%use AI for specific initiatives ratherthan full integration 90%lack strong confidence in evaluatingthe ROI of AI 77%have implemented AI in supplierdiscovery and selection 35%say lack of proven examples is theirbiggest AI roadblock AI Won’t TransformProcurement on Its Own Here’s the truth no one tells you: AI tools are only half thestory. You can have the smartest platform in the world, but ifyour processes aren’t ready, your team isn’t aligned andadoption stalls? You won’t see the ROI you were promised. AI tra