GITNUXREPORT 2025

Supply Chain In The Supply Chain Industry Statistics

Supply chain digitization and automation crucial for future growth, resilience.

Jannik Linder

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

First published: April 29, 2025

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The global supply chain management market is expected to reach $37.41 billion by 2027

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65% of companies have increased their investment in supply chain digitization over the past year

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70% of supply chain executives plan to invest more in automation technology in the next 12 months

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22% of supply chain executives cite talent acquisition and retention as their top concern

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Investment in warehouse automation is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.7% from 2023 to 2028

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72% of supply chain leaders emphasize the importance of supplier relationship management

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38% of companies are exploring supply chain finance solutions to ease cash flow issues

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65% of supply chain companies plan to increase their investment in cybersecurity measures

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45% of supply chain executives report a shift towards more customer-centric supply chains

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41% of global supply chain companies are investing in data analytics platforms

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60% of supply chain managers rate inventory management as their top challenge

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50% of companies plan to implement or expand their use of drone technology in supply chain logistics

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40% of supply chain professionals report that supplier digital onboarding has reduced lead times significantly

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60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by external suppliers or third parties

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53% of organizations report supply chain visibility as a top priority

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The average cost of a supply chain disruption is $184 million per incident

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42% of companies experienced significant supply chain delays in 2022

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66% of companies report that supply chain disruptions have led to increased costs

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30% of global goods are transported via ocean freight, making it the largest mode of freight transportation

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67% of companies report that supply chain flexibility is essential for competitive advantage

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58% of supply chain disruptions in 2023 were due to cybersecurity breaches

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62% of logistics companies experienced increased demand for cold chain logistics

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81% of companies agree that supply chain agility is essential in managing global uncertainties

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57% of organizations are considering nearshoring as a strategy to reduce supply chain risks

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28% of supply chain disruption costs are related to inventory mismanagement

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46% of companies are implementing or upgrading their supply chain risk management frameworks

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48% of supply chain providers reported a rise in demand for sustainable logistics solutions

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55% of supply chain managers believe that circular economy principles will improve sustainability

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54% of supply chain firms believe that climate change will have a direct impact on their operations in the next decade

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59% of supply chain companies are actively working on sustainability reporting and compliance

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79% of supply chain professionals believe that digital transformation is crucial for future growth

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The use of IoT devices in supply chains increased by 25% in 2023

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85% of supply chain professionals believe that real-time data analytics will significantly impact their operations

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54% of supply chains are adopting blockchain technology for transparency

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78% of companies have implemented or are considering AI for demand forecasting

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43% of supply chain companies are investing in robotics process automation (RPA)

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81% of supply chain organizations are looking to enhance their ERP systems

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45% of electronics companies have adopted 3D printing for spare parts and prototypes

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29% of supply chains used predictive analytics in 2023 to improve forecasting accuracy

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36% of supply chain companies are experimenting with autonomous delivery vehicles

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33% of supply chain companies are utilizing advanced robotics for warehouse operations

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Key Highlights

The global supply chain management market is expected to reach $37.41 billion by 2027
79% of supply chain professionals believe that digital transformation is crucial for future growth
60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by external suppliers or third parties
65% of companies have increased their investment in supply chain digitization over the past year
53% of organizations report supply chain visibility as a top priority
The average cost of a supply chain disruption is $184 million per incident
42% of companies experienced significant supply chain delays in 2022
The use of IoT devices in supply chains increased by 25% in 2023
70% of supply chain executives plan to invest more in automation technology in the next 12 months
48% of supply chain providers reported a rise in demand for sustainable logistics solutions
85% of supply chain professionals believe that real-time data analytics will significantly impact their operations
66% of companies report that supply chain disruptions have led to increased costs
60% of supply chain managers rate inventory management as their top challenge

With the global supply chain management market projected to hit $37.4 billion by 2027 and over 79% of professionals citing digital transformation as vital for future growth, it’s clear that innovation and resilience are reshaping the supply chain industry amid rising disruptions and technological advancements.

Investment and Strategic Planning

The global supply chain management market is expected to reach $37.41 billion by 2027
65% of companies have increased their investment in supply chain digitization over the past year
70% of supply chain executives plan to invest more in automation technology in the next 12 months
22% of supply chain executives cite talent acquisition and retention as their top concern
Investment in warehouse automation is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.7% from 2023 to 2028
72% of supply chain leaders emphasize the importance of supplier relationship management
38% of companies are exploring supply chain finance solutions to ease cash flow issues
65% of supply chain companies plan to increase their investment in cybersecurity measures
45% of supply chain executives report a shift towards more customer-centric supply chains
41% of global supply chain companies are investing in data analytics platforms

Investment and Strategic Planning Interpretation

As supply chains pivot towards digital efficiency, automation, and customer focus, the industry's $37.41 billion valuation by 2027 underscores that in a world of rapid change, those who invest in technology and talent are the real winners—and the smart money is on cybersecurity and data analytics steering the future.

Operational Efficiency and Logistics

60% of supply chain managers rate inventory management as their top challenge
50% of companies plan to implement or expand their use of drone technology in supply chain logistics
40% of supply chain professionals report that supplier digital onboarding has reduced lead times significantly

Operational Efficiency and Logistics Interpretation

As supply chain managers grapple with inventory woes and embrace drone and digital onboarding innovations, the industry is rapidly transforming into a high-tech ballet where precision timing and smart technology are now the star performers.

Supply Chain Disruptions and Resilience

60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by external suppliers or third parties
53% of organizations report supply chain visibility as a top priority
The average cost of a supply chain disruption is $184 million per incident
42% of companies experienced significant supply chain delays in 2022
66% of companies report that supply chain disruptions have led to increased costs
30% of global goods are transported via ocean freight, making it the largest mode of freight transportation
67% of companies report that supply chain flexibility is essential for competitive advantage
58% of supply chain disruptions in 2023 were due to cybersecurity breaches
62% of logistics companies experienced increased demand for cold chain logistics
81% of companies agree that supply chain agility is essential in managing global uncertainties
57% of organizations are considering nearshoring as a strategy to reduce supply chain risks
28% of supply chain disruption costs are related to inventory mismanagement
46% of companies are implementing or upgrading their supply chain risk management frameworks

Supply Chain Disruptions and Resilience Interpretation

With over half of disruptions stemming from external suppliers and nearly two-thirds emphasizing the need for agility and flexibility, the supply chain industry is increasingly recognizing that in a complex world, the real challenge is not just moving goods but securing resilience against cyber threats, global uncertainties, and unpredictable delays—making visibility and strategic adaptation the new units of competitive advantage.

Sustainability and Climate Impact

48% of supply chain providers reported a rise in demand for sustainable logistics solutions
55% of supply chain managers believe that circular economy principles will improve sustainability
54% of supply chain firms believe that climate change will have a direct impact on their operations in the next decade
59% of supply chain companies are actively working on sustainability reporting and compliance

Sustainability and Climate Impact Interpretation

With over half of industry insiders championing sustainability and circular economy initiatives amid rising climate concerns, the supply chain sector is swiftly transforming from a cost center into a conscience-driven backbone of global environmental stewardship.

Technology Adoption and Innovation

79% of supply chain professionals believe that digital transformation is crucial for future growth
The use of IoT devices in supply chains increased by 25% in 2023
85% of supply chain professionals believe that real-time data analytics will significantly impact their operations
54% of supply chains are adopting blockchain technology for transparency
78% of companies have implemented or are considering AI for demand forecasting
43% of supply chain companies are investing in robotics process automation (RPA)
81% of supply chain organizations are looking to enhance their ERP systems
45% of electronics companies have adopted 3D printing for spare parts and prototypes
29% of supply chains used predictive analytics in 2023 to improve forecasting accuracy
36% of supply chain companies are experimenting with autonomous delivery vehicles
33% of supply chain companies are utilizing advanced robotics for warehouse operations

Technology Adoption and Innovation Interpretation

With the supply chain industry racing toward digital domination—embracing IoT, AI, blockchain, and automation—it's clear that surviving the future demands more than just trucks and trucks; it requires a high-tech arsenal that's transforming logistics from the factory floor to the final doorstep.