How AI And Sustainability Are Redefining Category Management

04/08/2025

There’s a storm brewing in procurement — and it’s not just about cost control anymore.

 🌍 Over 70% of an organization’s ESG impact lies in its supply chain.
 🔍 Yet less than 6% of companies have full visibility into their extended supplier networks.
 🤖 And fewer than 1 in 10 procurement teams are truly tapping into AI to manage categories and risk. AI, regulatory demands, and ESG pressures are converging fast.

Leaders who cling to outdated methods are sleepwalking towards obsolescence. This isn't just about incremental improvements; it's about a fundamental shift in how we define and execute procurement. Because the reality is this - the comfortable era of traditional e-procurement is over.

In this critical time of transformation, Mat Langley, Strategic Advisor at Emitwise, puts it plainly:

 “Procurement teams must act decisively to build a compelling business case for AI Agent-driven procurement and sustainability solutions… The companies that embrace technology today will gain a competitive edge in cost efficiency, resilience, and sustainability leadership."

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What You’ll Learn in This Case Study:


The Hidden Liabilities
How neglecting AI-driven insights could be costing your organization far more than you realize in missed savings, unmitigated risks, and strategic disadvantages.

The Sustainability Blind Spot
How limited visibility beyond Tier 1 suppliers is putting your compliance, reputation, and ESG targets at serious risk.

The Untapped Power of AI Orchestration
Discover how leading teams are going beyond automation and dashboards to orchestrate entire supplier ecosystems — balancing cost, carbon, and compliance at scale.

The Leadership Imperative
Why your role as a procurement leader is shifting from operational manager to business strategist — and how AI + sustainability is the gateway to that transformation. If you're still stuck in spreadsheets, siloed systems, and after-the-fact sustainability reports — this case study isn’t just a recommended read. It’s a necessary one.

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