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AI and automation play a crucial role in shaping these partnerships. The report reveals that 70 % of organisations already have advanced AI deployment in place, suggesting that AI-driven decision-making could become mainstream by 2030. Economic volatility and trade uncertainties further highlight the need for agile partnerships, with 51 % of leaders expressing concern about macroeconomic risk and 48 % about trade policy.

78 %

of CPOs view supplier collaboration as critical for driving innovation( EY)
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