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Sponsored by Fairmarkit, Ardent Partners’ latest report, Procurement 2026: Big Trends and Predictions, delivers a bold roadmap for Chief Procurement Officers navigating one of the most transformative periods in modern procurement. As AI reshapes operations and geopolitical, economic, and trade volatility redefine global sourcing, this report outlines the trends and predictions that will impact procurement in the year ahead. From the “Genesis of Autonomy” and AI-driven decision augmentation to trade engineering, persistent inflation, and the rise of the CPO as a strategic enterprise leader, the report provides actionable insights and a five-wave execution playbook to help teams build resilience, drive precision savings, and scale impact in 2026. Whether you’re focused on managing risk, expanding influence, or accelerating AI adoption, this research equips procurement leaders with the intelligence and strategy needed to thrive in uncertainty.