The 2027 Procurecon Australia Benchmark Report

Our 2027 ProcureCon Australia Benchmark Report reveals a growing disconnect between AI adoption and financial impact. While 76% of Australian procurement leaders expect AI investment to increase, a striking 98% say less than half of the claimed value is ultimately reflected in budgets, forecasts or the P&L.Download the report to benchmark your organisation's AI maturity, uncover the barriers to realising value and discover what procurement leaders are prioritising to turn AI investment into measurable business outcomes.

2026 After Show Report: From Tactical to Transformational The Procurement Shift

Procurement is moving beyond tactical cost control and into a more strategic role across risk, resilience, technology and business transformation. This ProcureCon Australia 2026 After Show Report captures key insights from onsite discussions with senior procurement leaders, covering shifting market conditions, local versus global sourcing, AI adoption, executive influence, talent development and the future of procurement in Australia.

Innovation Brief 2026 - Practical Wins Without The Hype

Most procurement teams are told transformation takes years. This ProcureCon Insights report shows how EBOS Group achieved meaningful results in weeks. Without an ERP overhaul or complex integrations, the team used exported AP/PO data to build a decision-ready spend baseline in under 90 days, cutting manual effort, accelerating insight, and identifying real cost opportunities across the organisation. It's a practical case study for CPOs looking to deliver faster impact without disrupting their operating model.

Source It Right: Training, Outsourcing, AI & Sustainability

The only constant in the ever-growing business landscape is change. Procurement professionals are central in ensuring organisations secure the best quality of goods and services for the right cost under relentlessly evolving circumstances. However, the complexities of procurement processes can be daunting, requiring well-trained individuals equipped with the latest knowledge and skills to navigate this dynamic field. In this 2024 Innovation Brief, we explore the complexities of training, outsourcing, AI and sustainability and how procurement professionals can better source for their organisation.

How AI And Sustainability Are Reshaping Category Management

Procurement is experiencing a profound shift, driven by disruptive technologies, global regulations, and increasing sustainability pressures. As category managers adapt to this new landscape, they must balance cost efficiency, risk management, and sustainability goals while maintaining competitiveness. This reports prepares category managers for the future by showing how to move beyond traditional procurement methods and embrace an AI Agent-driven, insight-led approach.

Charting the Next Leap Ahead: How procurement can help organisations pull ahead in a polarised world

The last few years have seen massively accelerated digitalisation and the increased adoption of digital technologies. For instance, 9 out of 10 procurement leaders say that their procurement technologies allowed them to make timely, data-driven decisions last year. Many of these changes have had lasting positive effects, with numerous industries benefiting from cutting-edge digital systems. This has led to increased efficiency, enhanced transparency, and better collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders.In our latest report, we delve into the benefits that digital solutions and new technologies can bring to the function, as well as how Generative AI is emerging.