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IT Procurement Trends Every CIO Should Watch in 2025

CIO, Friday, May 9th, 2025

Here are eight trends transforming procurement in 2025 - and what CIOs and tech buyers should consider as they look ahead

For the CIOs of the future (and the future-focused CIOs of today) fluency in data and infrastructure isn't enough. They must also be drivers of value across the business - and that includes procurement. With rapid advances in AI and analytics, procurement apps are set to unlock new levels of agility, savings, and intelligence, reshaping how value is created, compliance is ensured, and decisions are made.

The tools, talent, and trends shaping this space are a microcosm of broader digital transformation. Get curious now, and you'll be far better prepared to lead from the top.

Here are eight trends transforming procurement in 2025 - and what CIOs and tech buyers should consider as they look ahead:

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