Strategic Sourcing Research Center
This page is a centralized resource page dedicated to Institute for Supply Management®’s strategic sourcing research.
Gathering news and resources on the information you should know and education and research you can access to learn more about strategic sourcing within supply management. Join the conversation, share your experience, and ask questions through our social channels or by connecting with us at ask@ismworld.org.
ISM RESEARCH SAYS...
The Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) collected information from supply management professionals around strategic sourcing. The survey was conducted between March 29 and April 23, 2024. Below are some highlights from the research.
80%
Of respondents say their organization has created or implemented a strategic sourcing initiative.
62%
Say the level of spend data visibility their sourcing organization has is good or excellent.
80%
Of respondents report that their sourcing organizations resiliency plan includes risk analysis/management.
22%
Say their organization does not have a formal sourcing governance infrastructure in place.

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ISM Strategic Sourcing Research
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