Avetta Study Reveals Supply Chain Risk Outpacing Organizational Readiness — Avetta, LLC

Event summary

77% of surveyed organizations report increased supply chain risk over the past year, but only 44% have real-time visibility into third-party risks.
68% experienced workforce-related operational delays or shutdowns due to supply chain vulnerabilities.
97.2% of organizations use AI in supply chain risk management, but only 38% have fully embedded it across operations.
50% of respondents identify improving predictive risk visibility as a top strategic priority for the year ahead.

The big picture

Avetta's study highlights a critical inflection point in supply chain resilience, where reactive approaches are no longer sufficient. As global supply chain risks escalate, the ability to anticipate and mitigate these risks through centralized visibility and predictive analytics will define the next generation of supply chain leaders. The findings underscore the growing recognition that stronger processes and AI-driven insights are essential for ensuring operational readiness.

What we're watching

Visibility Gaps: How organizations will bridge the gap between increasing supply chain risk and their ability to anticipate and respond proactively.
AI Integration: Whether limited AI deployment will hinder broader operational readiness despite widespread adoption.
Compliance Burden: The pace at which organizations can balance compliance demands with frontline safety improvements.