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The speaker referenced a detailed IDC report projecting trends from 2022 to 2027, emphasizing the increasing role of automation, AI, and digital enablement across sectors.

Strategic Trends and Predictions (2022-2027)

Several key trends were highlighted:

Automation and Remote Work: Post-pandemic, 75% of supply chain organizations prioritized automation investments, with many developing new, remote-first processes.
Supply Chain Innovation: By 2025, 50% of automotive supply chains and manufacturing processes are expected to be AI-automated, with extensive API-led integrations across enterprise systems.
Data Utilization: Increasing investments in collecting, analyzing, and sharing data to improve competitive positioning and long-term profitability.