GITNUXREPORT 2025

Supply Chain In The Ict Industry Statistics

ICT supply chains face disruptions, investing in digital and sustainable solutions.

Jannik Linder

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

First published: April 29, 2025

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54% of ICT firms reported increased costs due to supply chain disruptions since 2020

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65% of ICT companies have implemented just-in-time inventory practices to reduce costs

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The average cost increase due to supply chain issues in the ICT industry from 2020 to 2023 is estimated at 18%

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50% of supply chain managers believe that digital transformation will significantly reduce supply chain costs in ICT

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The global supply chain management market in the ICT industry is projected to reach $21.4 billion by 2026

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45% of ICT companies have adopted IoT solutions to improve supply chain monitoring

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The use of blockchain in ICT supply chains increased by 40% from 2021 to 2023

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The global ICT supply chain labor market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% through 2027

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42% of ICT supply chain managers utilize digital twins for simulation and planning

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85% of ICT companies plan to increase supply chain automation in the next 3 years

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72% of ICT firms have adopted cloud-based supply chain solutions

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The adoption rate of AI-powered demand forecasting tools in ICT increased from 25% in 2020 to 65% in 2023

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45% of ICT companies invest in supply chain risk management tools

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77% of ICT companies perceive supply chain transparency as essential for compliance

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The ICT supply chain logistics market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7% through 2025

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85% of ICT firms report increasing use of predictive analytics to manage supply chain risks

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The integration of 5G technology in supply chain monitoring has increased by 50% in the ICT industry since 2021

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52% of ICT organizations have implemented automated ordering systems to streamline procurement

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63% of ICT companies are investing in supply chain cybersecurity measures

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54% of ICT companies are collaborating with third-party logistics providers to improve supply chain efficiency

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72% of ICT supply chains are adopting cloud computing solutions for better integration

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The average annual investment in supply chain technology by ICT firms is estimated at $2.5 million

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46% of ICT companies plan to increase near-shoring or onshoring efforts within the next 2 years

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The average lead time for ICT components is approximately 20 weeks

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Average procurement cycle time in the ICT industry is about 10 weeks

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The average cycle time for ICT component delivery has decreased by 15% from 2020 to 2023 due to improved logistics

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78% of ICT companies experienced supply chain disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic

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65% of ICT companies are investing in supply chain digital transformation to improve resilience

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The ICT industry's supply chain risk index increased by 35% from 2019 to 2022

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73% of ICT companies consider supply chain visibility a top priority

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88% of ICT supply chain managers are concerned about geopolitical risks impacting their supply chains

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62% of ICT companies face challenges in supply chain data integration

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70% of global ICT supply chains rely on Asia for critical components

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The ICT industry’s inventory turnover ratio averaged 4.2 times per year in 2022

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60% of ICT companies increased inventory levels in 2022 to buffer against supply chain uncertainties

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57% of ICT firms reported supplier delays as a primary cause of shipment delays in 2022

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80% of ICT companies use AI-driven analytics to predict supply chain disruptions

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55% of supply chain disruptions in ICT are caused by raw material shortages

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The average duration of supply chain disruptions in the ICT industry is approximately 3.5 weeks

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50% of ICT firms report variability in component quality as a supply chain concern

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68% of ICT companies believe supply chain resilience will be their top strategic focus in the next 5 years

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54% of ICT supply chain disruptions are connected to transportation delays

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49% of ICT organizations faced challenges in forecasting demand accurately

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35% of ICT supply chains faced cyber-attacks compromising supply chain data in 2022

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70% of the global ICT supply chain workforce is located in Asia-Pacific regions

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66% of ICT companies are increasing their supply chain investment to mitigate risks

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62% of ICT companies are exploring nearshoring options to reduce supply chain risks

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55% of ICT supply chain managers report high levels of supply chain complexity

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58% of ICT supply chains experienced delays caused by customs and regulatory issues in 2022

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69% of ICT firms believe that improving supply chain agility will be critical to future success

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48% of ICT suppliers are adopting blockchain for traceability and authenticity

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34% of ICT companies experience employee shortages impacting supply chain operations

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The average cost of supply chain disruptions in the ICT industry is estimated at $350,000 per incident

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The average age of components used in ICT supply chains is 2.8 years

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41% of supply chain disruptions in the ICT sector in 2022 were due to natural disasters

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61% of ICT firms have experienced supply chain data breaches in the past year

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59% of ICT supply chains have experienced at least one cyber-attack in the past year

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The share of recycled and sustainable materials in ICT supply chains increased by 25% in 2023

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80% of ICT firms prioritize sustainable procurement practices in their supply chain strategies

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The ICT industry is responsible for approximately 4% of global carbon emissions, linked to supply chain activities

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The percentage of ICT supply chains utilizing electric transportation solutions increased by 22% in 2023

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44% of ICT companies are implementing sustainability reporting as part of their supply chain management

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74% of ICT supply chain managers see sustainability as a key factor in procurement decisions

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Key Highlights

The global supply chain management market in the ICT industry is projected to reach $21.4 billion by 2026
78% of ICT companies experienced supply chain disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic
65% of ICT companies are investing in supply chain digital transformation to improve resilience
The average lead time for ICT components is approximately 20 weeks
54% of ICT firms reported increased costs due to supply chain disruptions since 2020
The ICT industry's supply chain risk index increased by 35% from 2019 to 2022
73% of ICT companies consider supply chain visibility a top priority
45% of ICT companies have adopted IoT solutions to improve supply chain monitoring
88% of ICT supply chain managers are concerned about geopolitical risks impacting their supply chains
The use of blockchain in ICT supply chains increased by 40% from 2021 to 2023
62% of ICT companies face challenges in supply chain data integration
70% of global ICT supply chains rely on Asia for critical components
The ICT industry’s inventory turnover ratio averaged 4.2 times per year in 2022

As the ICT industry’s supply chain faces unprecedented challenges—from pandemic disruptions to geopolitical risks—companies are increasingly investing in digital transformation and innovative technologies to enhance resilience and ensure future success.

Cost Dynamics and Expense Management

54% of ICT firms reported increased costs due to supply chain disruptions since 2020
65% of ICT companies have implemented just-in-time inventory practices to reduce costs
The average cost increase due to supply chain issues in the ICT industry from 2020 to 2023 is estimated at 18%
50% of supply chain managers believe that digital transformation will significantly reduce supply chain costs in ICT

Cost Dynamics and Expense Management Interpretation

Amid rising costs and disrupted supply chains, ICT firms are cautiously turning to digital transformation and just-in-time strategies, highlighting a delicate balancing act between innovation and fragility in the digital age.

Investment Trends in Supply Chain Management

The global supply chain management market in the ICT industry is projected to reach $21.4 billion by 2026
45% of ICT companies have adopted IoT solutions to improve supply chain monitoring
The use of blockchain in ICT supply chains increased by 40% from 2021 to 2023
The global ICT supply chain labor market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% through 2027
42% of ICT supply chain managers utilize digital twins for simulation and planning
85% of ICT companies plan to increase supply chain automation in the next 3 years
72% of ICT firms have adopted cloud-based supply chain solutions
The adoption rate of AI-powered demand forecasting tools in ICT increased from 25% in 2020 to 65% in 2023
45% of ICT companies invest in supply chain risk management tools
77% of ICT companies perceive supply chain transparency as essential for compliance
The ICT supply chain logistics market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7% through 2025
85% of ICT firms report increasing use of predictive analytics to manage supply chain risks
The integration of 5G technology in supply chain monitoring has increased by 50% in the ICT industry since 2021
52% of ICT organizations have implemented automated ordering systems to streamline procurement
63% of ICT companies are investing in supply chain cybersecurity measures
54% of ICT companies are collaborating with third-party logistics providers to improve supply chain efficiency
72% of ICT supply chains are adopting cloud computing solutions for better integration
The average annual investment in supply chain technology by ICT firms is estimated at $2.5 million
46% of ICT companies plan to increase near-shoring or onshoring efforts within the next 2 years

Investment Trends in Supply Chain Management Interpretation

As ICT supply chains surge toward greater transparency, automation, and security—with innovations like IoT, blockchain, and 5G leading the charge—industry players seem to be betting that smarter, safer, and more connected logistics will be their best competitive edge by 2026, all while investing over two and a half million dollars annually on the future of supply chain technology.

Lead Times and Delivery Performance

The average lead time for ICT components is approximately 20 weeks
Average procurement cycle time in the ICT industry is about 10 weeks
The average cycle time for ICT component delivery has decreased by 15% from 2020 to 2023 due to improved logistics

Lead Times and Delivery Performance Interpretation

With ICT component lead times now averaging 20 weeks—halved procurement cycles and a 15% delivery acceleration since 2020—it's clear that while the supply chain's pace has quickened, patience remains a vital virtue in keeping digital innovation on track.

Supply Chain Disruptions and Resilience

78% of ICT companies experienced supply chain disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic
65% of ICT companies are investing in supply chain digital transformation to improve resilience
The ICT industry's supply chain risk index increased by 35% from 2019 to 2022
73% of ICT companies consider supply chain visibility a top priority
88% of ICT supply chain managers are concerned about geopolitical risks impacting their supply chains
62% of ICT companies face challenges in supply chain data integration
70% of global ICT supply chains rely on Asia for critical components
The ICT industry’s inventory turnover ratio averaged 4.2 times per year in 2022
60% of ICT companies increased inventory levels in 2022 to buffer against supply chain uncertainties
57% of ICT firms reported supplier delays as a primary cause of shipment delays in 2022
80% of ICT companies use AI-driven analytics to predict supply chain disruptions
55% of supply chain disruptions in ICT are caused by raw material shortages
The average duration of supply chain disruptions in the ICT industry is approximately 3.5 weeks
50% of ICT firms report variability in component quality as a supply chain concern
68% of ICT companies believe supply chain resilience will be their top strategic focus in the next 5 years
54% of ICT supply chain disruptions are connected to transportation delays
49% of ICT organizations faced challenges in forecasting demand accurately
35% of ICT supply chains faced cyber-attacks compromising supply chain data in 2022
70% of the global ICT supply chain workforce is located in Asia-Pacific regions
66% of ICT companies are increasing their supply chain investment to mitigate risks
62% of ICT companies are exploring nearshoring options to reduce supply chain risks
55% of ICT supply chain managers report high levels of supply chain complexity
58% of ICT supply chains experienced delays caused by customs and regulatory issues in 2022
69% of ICT firms believe that improving supply chain agility will be critical to future success
48% of ICT suppliers are adopting blockchain for traceability and authenticity
34% of ICT companies experience employee shortages impacting supply chain operations
The average cost of supply chain disruptions in the ICT industry is estimated at $350,000 per incident
The average age of components used in ICT supply chains is 2.8 years
41% of supply chain disruptions in the ICT sector in 2022 were due to natural disasters
61% of ICT firms have experienced supply chain data breaches in the past year
59% of ICT supply chains have experienced at least one cyber-attack in the past year

Supply Chain Disruptions and Resilience Interpretation

With nearly 80% of ICT firms weathering pandemic-induced disruptions and over half facing cyber threats and data breaches, it’s clear that while digital transformation and AI tools bolster resilience, the ICT industry’s supply chain is increasingly caught in a web of geopolitical, logistical, and cyber complexities demanding urgent strategic recalibration.

Sustainability and Strategic Planning

The share of recycled and sustainable materials in ICT supply chains increased by 25% in 2023
80% of ICT firms prioritize sustainable procurement practices in their supply chain strategies
The ICT industry is responsible for approximately 4% of global carbon emissions, linked to supply chain activities
The percentage of ICT supply chains utilizing electric transportation solutions increased by 22% in 2023
44% of ICT companies are implementing sustainability reporting as part of their supply chain management
74% of ICT supply chain managers see sustainability as a key factor in procurement decisions

Sustainability and Strategic Planning Interpretation

As the ICT industry accelerates its shift towards greener supply chains — with a 25% boost in recycled materials and nearly three-quarters incorporating sustainability into procurement — it's clear that digital innovation is going hand-in-hand with a growing sense of environmental responsibility, even as the sector wrestles with its 4% share of global emissions.