GITNUXREPORT 2025

Supply Chain In The Consumer Goods Industry Statistics

Supply chains face disruptions; investments boost resilience, transparency, and technology.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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42% of consumers are willing to switch brands due to supply chain delays

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24% of consumers prefer products with transparent supply chain information, leading to increased demand for traceability

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Inventory carrying costs can account for up to 25% of a company's total operating costs in the consumer goods industry

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49% of supply chain costs in consumer goods are related to transportation and freight, making it the largest expense category

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52% of companies in the consumer goods sector report that environmental regulations have increased costs, complicating supply chain management

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50% of consumer goods companies report an increase in supply chain administrative costs due to new compliance requirements

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65% of consumer goods companies plan to increase investment in supply chain technology over the next two years

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The global consumer goods supply chain market is projected to reach $292 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 6.3%

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55% of consumer goods companies have adopted or plan to adopt AI and machine learning to optimize supply chain operations

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38% of supply chain professionals in consumer goods report using blockchain technology for traceability

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60% of consumer goods companies use data analytics to improve demand forecasting accuracy

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The average supply chain cycle time for consumer goods is approximately 25 days, varying significantly by product category

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50% of supply chain leaders in consumer goods plan to digitize more of their logistics processes in the next 12 months

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65% of consumer goods companies have experienced increased freight costs in the past year, with an average increase of 12%

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33% of consumer goods companies are actively testing or deploying autonomous vehicles for logistics

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55% of organizations in the industry expect to see a significant positive impact from supply chain digital twins within five years

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62% of consumer goods firms are implementing or planning to implement vendor-managed inventory (VMI) systems

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40% of consumer goods firms are exploring circular supply chains to reduce waste and improve sustainability

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54% of consumer goods companies have increased investments in automation within warehouses, aiming to reduce labor dependency

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70% of consumer goods companies are utilizing or planning to utilize RFID technology for better inventory tracking

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The average lead time reduction achieved through supply chain digital transformation is approximately 15 days, leading to faster product availability

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Only 28% of consumer goods companies report high levels of supply chain agility, indicating significant room for improvement

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52% of consumer goods companies have implemented or are planning to implement demand sensing technologies, to better respond to market changes

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68% of consumer goods firms have plans to increase collaboration with suppliers via digital platforms in the next two years, to improve agility and transparency

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36% of consumer goods companies say that real-time data analytics have directly helped reduce supply chain costs

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54% of consumer goods organizations are adopting cloud-based supply chain management systems to enhance scalability and access

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Approximately 30% of supply chain professionals in consumer goods companies are actively working to improve supply chain sustainability, such as reducing carbon footprint

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80% of consumer goods companies plan to implement or expand their use of supply chain sensors and IoT technologies by 2025

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27% of consumer goods companies reported that implementing supply chain digitization has led directly to increased sales

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78% of supply chain leaders are prioritizing digital transformation to achieve end-to-end supply chain visibility

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72% of consumer goods companies are exploring or implementing advanced analytics to enhance supply chain decision-making

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40% of consumer goods companies plan to increase their use of consolidated transportation models to cut costs

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65% of consumer goods companies believe that supply chain digital transformation will significantly improve operational efficiency

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29% of consumer goods companies have integrated their supply chain management with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

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Over 70% of consumer goods companies have experienced supply chain disruptions in the past year

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Just 30% of consumer goods companies are confident in their supply chain visibility

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48% of consumer goods companies experienced unexpected supply chain costs last year, averaging an increase of 10% in logistical expenses

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80% of supply chain managers in consumer goods consider sustainability a key driver of supply chain strategy

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45% of consumer goods supply chains are still significantly impacted by labor shortages

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Approximately 70% of consumer goods companies report that supply chain disruptions have led to decreased customer satisfaction

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47% of supply chain executives see supply chain resilience as a top strategic priority

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58% of consumer goods companies report that supply chain disruptions have led to increased product prices, with an average increase of 8%

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75% of supply chain managers in consumer goods are concerned about cyber security threats affecting their supply chain systems

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37% of consumer goods companies report that supply chain disruptions have caused stockouts in key products, impacting sales figures

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61% of consumer goods companies have increased their focus on supply chain risk management post-pandemic

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44% of consumer goods supply chains are affected by geopolitical issues, causing delays and increased costs

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20% of consumer goods companies say their supply chain sustainability initiatives have panned out better than expected, leading to cost savings and brand benefits

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80% of supply chain disruptions in consumer goods are linked to external factors such as natural disasters, pandemics, or geopolitical tensions

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72% of consumer goods companies have invested in risk mitigation strategies for supply chain vulnerabilities

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45% of consumers consider supply chain ethics and transparency important when choosing brands, influencing brand loyalty and perception

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60% of consumer goods firms believe that supply chain agility is critical to their future success

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46% of consumer goods companies have increased their strategic inventory buffers to cushion against supply chain shocks

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28% of consumer goods companies have adopted nearshoring strategies to reduce supply chain risks and improve responsiveness

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35% of consumer goods supply chains experienced a delay due to customs or regulatory issues in the past year

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53% of consumer goods companies are investing in supply chain resilience programs, with a focus on multi-sourcing and safety stock management

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Key Highlights

Over 70% of consumer goods companies have experienced supply chain disruptions in the past year
65% of consumer goods companies plan to increase investment in supply chain technology over the next two years
42% of consumers are willing to switch brands due to supply chain delays
The global consumer goods supply chain market is projected to reach $292 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 6.3%
55% of consumer goods companies have adopted or plan to adopt AI and machine learning to optimize supply chain operations
38% of supply chain professionals in consumer goods report using blockchain technology for traceability
Inventory carrying costs can account for up to 25% of a company's total operating costs in the consumer goods industry
Just 30% of consumer goods companies are confident in their supply chain visibility
48% of consumer goods companies experienced unexpected supply chain costs last year, averaging an increase of 10% in logistical expenses
80% of supply chain managers in consumer goods consider sustainability a key driver of supply chain strategy
60% of consumer goods companies use data analytics to improve demand forecasting accuracy
The average supply chain cycle time for consumer goods is approximately 25 days, varying significantly by product category
45% of consumer goods supply chains are still significantly impacted by labor shortages

In a landscape where over 70% of consumer goods companies faced recent supply chain disruptions and nearly half experienced cost surges, industry leaders are doubling down on digital tech, sustainability, and agility to ensure they stay competitive and satisfy increasingly conscious consumers.

Consumer Behavior and Brand Switching

42% of consumers are willing to switch brands due to supply chain delays
24% of consumers prefer products with transparent supply chain information, leading to increased demand for traceability

Consumer Behavior and Brand Switching Interpretation

With nearly half of consumers ready to switch brands over supply delays and a quarter demanding transparency, the supply chain's ability to deliver both reliability and traceability has become the new battleground for brand loyalty.

Cost Management and Efficiency

Inventory carrying costs can account for up to 25% of a company's total operating costs in the consumer goods industry
49% of supply chain costs in consumer goods are related to transportation and freight, making it the largest expense category
52% of companies in the consumer goods sector report that environmental regulations have increased costs, complicating supply chain management
50% of consumer goods companies report an increase in supply chain administrative costs due to new compliance requirements

Cost Management and Efficiency Interpretation

With nearly half of supply chain expenses tied to transportation and freight—and regulatory hurdles raising administrative costs—consumer goods companies are caught in a costly balancing act where efficiency is critical, costs are climbing, and sustainability pressures only add to the burden.

Supply Chain Optimization and Technology Adoption

65% of consumer goods companies plan to increase investment in supply chain technology over the next two years
The global consumer goods supply chain market is projected to reach $292 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 6.3%
55% of consumer goods companies have adopted or plan to adopt AI and machine learning to optimize supply chain operations
38% of supply chain professionals in consumer goods report using blockchain technology for traceability
60% of consumer goods companies use data analytics to improve demand forecasting accuracy
The average supply chain cycle time for consumer goods is approximately 25 days, varying significantly by product category
50% of supply chain leaders in consumer goods plan to digitize more of their logistics processes in the next 12 months
65% of consumer goods companies have experienced increased freight costs in the past year, with an average increase of 12%
33% of consumer goods companies are actively testing or deploying autonomous vehicles for logistics
55% of organizations in the industry expect to see a significant positive impact from supply chain digital twins within five years
62% of consumer goods firms are implementing or planning to implement vendor-managed inventory (VMI) systems
40% of consumer goods firms are exploring circular supply chains to reduce waste and improve sustainability
54% of consumer goods companies have increased investments in automation within warehouses, aiming to reduce labor dependency
70% of consumer goods companies are utilizing or planning to utilize RFID technology for better inventory tracking
The average lead time reduction achieved through supply chain digital transformation is approximately 15 days, leading to faster product availability
Only 28% of consumer goods companies report high levels of supply chain agility, indicating significant room for improvement
52% of consumer goods companies have implemented or are planning to implement demand sensing technologies, to better respond to market changes
68% of consumer goods firms have plans to increase collaboration with suppliers via digital platforms in the next two years, to improve agility and transparency
36% of consumer goods companies say that real-time data analytics have directly helped reduce supply chain costs
54% of consumer goods organizations are adopting cloud-based supply chain management systems to enhance scalability and access
Approximately 30% of supply chain professionals in consumer goods companies are actively working to improve supply chain sustainability, such as reducing carbon footprint
80% of consumer goods companies plan to implement or expand their use of supply chain sensors and IoT technologies by 2025
27% of consumer goods companies reported that implementing supply chain digitization has led directly to increased sales
78% of supply chain leaders are prioritizing digital transformation to achieve end-to-end supply chain visibility
72% of consumer goods companies are exploring or implementing advanced analytics to enhance supply chain decision-making
40% of consumer goods companies plan to increase their use of consolidated transportation models to cut costs
65% of consumer goods companies believe that supply chain digital transformation will significantly improve operational efficiency
29% of consumer goods companies have integrated their supply chain management with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

Supply Chain Optimization and Technology Adoption Interpretation

As the consumer goods industry races to digitize—with 65% planning increased tech investments, AI, blockchain, and automation—and faces a 12% freight cost hike, it's clear that embracing supply chain innovation is no longer optional but essential for staying ahead in a $292 billion global market forecasted to grow 6.3% CAGR by 2028, even as only 28% currently boast high agility.

Supply Chain Resilience and Ethics

Over 70% of consumer goods companies have experienced supply chain disruptions in the past year
Just 30% of consumer goods companies are confident in their supply chain visibility
48% of consumer goods companies experienced unexpected supply chain costs last year, averaging an increase of 10% in logistical expenses
80% of supply chain managers in consumer goods consider sustainability a key driver of supply chain strategy
45% of consumer goods supply chains are still significantly impacted by labor shortages
Approximately 70% of consumer goods companies report that supply chain disruptions have led to decreased customer satisfaction
47% of supply chain executives see supply chain resilience as a top strategic priority
58% of consumer goods companies report that supply chain disruptions have led to increased product prices, with an average increase of 8%
75% of supply chain managers in consumer goods are concerned about cyber security threats affecting their supply chain systems
37% of consumer goods companies report that supply chain disruptions have caused stockouts in key products, impacting sales figures
61% of consumer goods companies have increased their focus on supply chain risk management post-pandemic
44% of consumer goods supply chains are affected by geopolitical issues, causing delays and increased costs
20% of consumer goods companies say their supply chain sustainability initiatives have panned out better than expected, leading to cost savings and brand benefits
80% of supply chain disruptions in consumer goods are linked to external factors such as natural disasters, pandemics, or geopolitical tensions
72% of consumer goods companies have invested in risk mitigation strategies for supply chain vulnerabilities
45% of consumers consider supply chain ethics and transparency important when choosing brands, influencing brand loyalty and perception
60% of consumer goods firms believe that supply chain agility is critical to their future success
46% of consumer goods companies have increased their strategic inventory buffers to cushion against supply chain shocks
28% of consumer goods companies have adopted nearshoring strategies to reduce supply chain risks and improve responsiveness
35% of consumer goods supply chains experienced a delay due to customs or regulatory issues in the past year
53% of consumer goods companies are investing in supply chain resilience programs, with a focus on multi-sourcing and safety stock management

Supply Chain Resilience and Ethics Interpretation

With over 70% of consumer goods companies experiencing supply chain disruptions—driven largely by external shocks like natural disasters and geopolitical tensions—the industry finds itself at a crossroads where only 30% trust their visibility, prompting widespread investments in risk mitigation, inventory buffers, and nearshoring strategies, all while balancing rising costs, labor shortages, sustainability pursuits, and the ever-pressing need for resilience to maintain customer satisfaction and brand integrity.