Most Procurement AI Investments Are Stalling. Here Is Why — and What to Do

Procurement AI adoption is accelerating, yet most organizations remain stuck in pilot programs rather than achieving autonomous operations. Based on insights from 240 senior procurement leaders worldwide, this report reveals the growing gap between AI ambition and successful execution. While demand for agentic AI continues to rise, only a small percentage of teams have scaled governance, orchestration, and measurable outcomes. The report highlights the barriers preventing progress, the strategies used by leading organizations, and the critical role of leadership in transforming AI from a technology initiative into a business advantage.

Discover where your organization stands on the AI maturity curve and learn how procurement leaders are preparing for the next phase of AI-driven transformation. Gain practical benchmarks, market insights, and actionable guidance to move beyond experimentation and unlock measurable business value.

• Benchmark AI maturity levels across 240 global procurement organizations.
• Understand key barriers including security, trust, and governance challenges.
• Explore AI-powered negotiation and other high-impact procurement use cases.
• Learn how workflow orchestration enables scalable and autonomous operations.
• Access regional and industry-specific insights from EMEA, North America, and APAC.