Procurement is no longer confined to cost control and transactional efficiency.
As organisations face growing supply chain volatility, regulatory pressure, and rising expectations around sustainability and digital maturity, procurement is emerging as a strategic driver of resilience and growth. The function now plays a central role in shaping business outcomes, from supplier strategy to risk management and innovation.
This whitepaper from Amazon Business presents findings from the 2025 State of Procurement Data report, based on insights from nearly 3,500 procurement decision-makers and senior leaders across global markets. The report examines how procurement priorities are evolving and where organisations are making progress as well as where gaps remain.
Drawing on multi-year data, the report highlights how digital transformation, data analytics, and responsible purchasing are reshaping procurement’s role within modern enterprises.
You will learn how:
- Procurement is shifting from a tactical function to a strategic business driver
- Amazon Business data shows digital transformation accelerating across procurement operations
- Efficiency, cost control, and supplier relationships remain top challenges
- Responsible purchasing and ESG mandates are becoming core procurement priorities
- AI and data analytics are influencing future procurement investment decisions
This whitepaper is designed for procurement leaders, finance executives, operations teams, and business decision-makers seeking data-driven insight into the state of procurement and the priorities shaping the year ahead.
Download the whitepaper from Amazon Business to explore how procurement teams are using data, technology, and collaboration to drive smarter business buying decisions in 2025.
