Global Annual report 2026: State of Agility in Procurement and Supply

The State of Agility in Procurement & Supply 2026 report, produced by World Commerce and Contracting and the Lean-Agile Procurement Alliance, explores how organizations are adapting their operating models to succeed in an increasingly complex and AI-driven world.

Drawing on insights from procurement, supply chain, commercial, legal, and contract management professionals worldwide, the research reveals that while AI adoption continues to accelerate, many organizations remain constrained by siloed structures, fragmented processes, and traditional governance models. The report highlights why agility, cross-functional collaboration, ecosystem partnerships, and adaptive commercial frameworks are becoming essential for success, and provides practical insights into how leading organizations are combining AI with new ways of working to drive faster decision-making, greater resilience, and sustainable value creation.