1、Manufacturing Pulse SurveyRISK RESETHow manufacturing leaders are approaching supply chain resilience in an age of increasing complexity.The manufacturing sector is navigating a period of intense disruption,driven by digital transformation,increasingly complex supply chain risks,and regulatory uncer
2、tainty.Data is a key enabler for business improvement opportunities,both in production as well as third-party risk management(TPRM).This survey of 2,000 senior supply chain and procurement professionals across five key markets reveals that manufacturers are increasingly focused on resilience,automat
3、ion,and AI adoption but face persistent barriers to progress.We learn that regulatory changes such as tariffs and sanctions are now seen as structural challenges,not temporary hurdles.Meanwhile,supply chains are becoming more multi-tiered and globally dispersed,yet visibility beyond Tier 1 remains l
4、imited.Manufacturers are looking to transform their approach to key processes to mitigate these risks,increase efficiencies and corresponding production output,while also minimizing the cost of labor and resource input.However,data quality and integration issues are undermining innovation,with many
5、firms unable to make informed decisions or fully leverage AI.In response,manufacturers are prioritizing nearshoring,digital transformation,and strategic investments in data and automation.However,ethical sourcing and ESG remain underdeveloped areas of risk management,leaving firms exposed to reputat
6、ional and compliance threats.As companies look ahead to 2026,the challenges of today regulatory risk,supplier dependency,and poor data confidence are expected to persist.Investments in data and automation are no longer optional for manufacturers,they are essential to establishing transparency across