Key Highlights
- 78% of asset management firms reported supply chain disruptions during 2022
- 65% of asset managers plan to increase supply chain transparency in the next year
- 52% of asset management firms experienced delays in procurement processes
- 43% of supply chain disruptions in asset management are caused by geopolitical issues
- 58% of asset management companies increased inventory buffers to mitigate supply chain risks
- 72% of firms cited vendor performance issues as a major supply chain risk
- 47% of asset managers utilize third-party risk assessments for their supply chains
- 69% of asset management firms expect supply chain costs to rise in the next 12 months
- 81% of firms are investing in supply chain digitalization to improve efficiency
- 36% of asset management companies experienced increased supply chain lead times in 2023
- 55% of asset managers report difficulty in tracking supply chain sustainability metrics
- 48% of firms have implemented supply chain cybersecurity measures
- 61% of asset management firms are exploring blockchain for supply chain transparency
In a landscape shaken by global disruptions, nearly 80% of asset management firms faced supply chain challenges in 2022, prompting a seismic shift toward increased transparency, digitalization, and resilience strategies across the industry.
Regulatory, Sustainability, and Compliance Issues
- 55% of asset managers report difficulty in tracking supply chain sustainability metrics
- 46% of firms report supply chain compliance challenges with international regulations
- 62% of asset managers report regulatory challenges relating to supply chain transparency
- 45% of asset management firms experienced increased compliance costs due to supply chain issues
- 49% of firms see sustainability compliance as a key concern in supply chain management
- 44% of firms have adopted environmental and social governance (ESG) metrics in their supply chain evaluations
- 75% of firms report increased pressure to adhere to international supply chain regulations
- 58% of companies are implementing green logistics practices in their supply chains
- 49% of firms experienced environmental regulation compliance costs related to supply chain operations
Regulatory, Sustainability, and Compliance Issues Interpretation
Amid mounting regulatory and sustainability pressures—highlighted by over half of asset managers struggling with metrics, costs, and compliance—the industry finds itself navigating a complex maze of green logistics and transparency demands, transforming supply chain challenges into a quest for both accountability and competitive edge.
Supply Chain Disruptions and Impacts
- 78% of asset management firms reported supply chain disruptions during 2022
- 52% of asset management firms experienced delays in procurement processes
- 43% of supply chain disruptions in asset management are caused by geopolitical issues
- 69% of asset management firms expect supply chain costs to rise in the next 12 months
- 36% of asset management companies experienced increased supply chain lead times in 2023
- 48% of firms have implemented supply chain cybersecurity measures
- 38% of asset managers have experienced supply chain cost overruns
- 70% of supply chain disruptions caused delays in asset liquidation processes
- 41% of firms reported increased costs due to supply chain freight issues
- 65% of asset management firms plan to diversify their supplier base to mitigate risks
- 50% of firms experienced capacity constraints from supply chain disruptions
- 56% of asset managers cite supply chain complexity as a barrier to operational efficiency
- 67% of firms reported data inconsistency issues across supply chain partners
- 68% of firms report that supply chain disruptions have impacted client onboarding and servicing
- 71% of firms have experienced supplier bankruptcies impacting supply chains
- 63% of asset managers report difficulty coordinating multi-tier supply chains
- 69% of firms have experienced increased supply chain costs due to raw material price fluctuations
- 73% of asset managers increased their focus on supply chain risk mitigation due to recent global disruptions
Supply Chain Disruptions and Impacts Interpretation
As asset management firms grapple with a perfect storm of geopolitical turmoil, rising costs, and supply chain chaos, nearly three-quarters are now re-engineering their strategies, reminding us that in today’s market, even the most sophisticated portfolios are only as resilient as their supply chains.
Supply Chain Resilience and Strategy
- 65% of asset managers plan to increase supply chain transparency in the next year
- 58% of asset management companies increased inventory buffers to mitigate supply chain risks
- 64% of asset management firms increased their use of local suppliers post-pandemic
- 74% of firms use supply chain analytics to identify risk areas
- 53% of asset management companies have increased inventory safety stock levels since 2021
- 80% of asset managers view supply chain resilience as critical to business continuity
- 49% of firms are investing in supply chain training for employees
- 76% of asset management firms are prioritizing supply chain risk management in their strategic plans
- 54% of firms employ predictive analytics to forecast supply chain disruptions
- 60% of firms are investing in risk mapping and scenario planning for supply chains
- 67% of firms cite supply chain agility as a critical factor for future growth
- 50% of firms are exploring opportunities for local sourcing to reduce supply chain risks
- 66% of firms leverage supply chain performance metrics to improve operational efficiency
Supply Chain Resilience and Strategy Interpretation
Amid rising risks and disruptions, nearly two-thirds of asset managers are boosting transparency, local sourcing, and analytics—transforming their supply chains from fragile arteries into resilient arteries of future growth and stability.
Technological Adoption and Innovation
- 81% of firms are investing in supply chain digitalization to improve efficiency
- 61% of asset management firms are exploring blockchain for supply chain transparency
- 59% of firms plan to adopt AI solutions for supply chain management in the next two years
- 77% of companies are exploring supply chain automation to reduce manual processes
- 54% of asset management firms have adopted cloud solutions for supply chain management
- 60% of asset management organizations plan to use IoT devices to monitor supply chain assets
- 82% of asset management companies believe supply chain digitization will give competitive advantage
- 64% of asset managers plan to enhance supplier relationship management through digital tools
- 55% of firms have incorporated artificial intelligence in demand forecasting related to supply chains
Technological Adoption and Innovation Interpretation
As asset management firms race to digitize their supply chains—embracing blockchain, AI, IoT, and automation—they're not just chasing efficiency but are positioning themselves for a future where data-driven supply chain mastery becomes the ultimate competitive edge.
Vendor and Supplier Management Challenges
- 72% of firms cited vendor performance issues as a major supply chain risk
- 47% of asset managers utilize third-party risk assessments for their supply chains
- 44% of firms face challenges in supplier diversity and inclusion in the supply chain
- 39% of firms faced challenges in supplier data sharing due to incompatibility issues
- 49% of asset management firms have experienced supply chain data breaches
Vendor and Supplier Management Challenges Interpretation
With nearly half of asset managers facing data breaches and over a third struggling with incompatible supplier data sharing, it's clear that in today's supply chain maze, moving swiftly isn't enough—getting your vendor performance and diversity strategies right is equally critical.
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