Capgemini-新一代供应链：连接链接以实现共同目标（英）

New-generation supply chain: Connecting the links to reach common goals#GetTheFutureYouWantNew-generation supply chainConnecting the links to reach common goalsTable of contents2Capgemini Research Institute 2025New-generation supply chain: Connecting the links to reach common goalsExecutive summary04Who should read this report and why?07The three pillars of the new-gen supply chain: Agile, AI-powered, and sustainable08Agility is the core of new-gensupply chain18Agentic AI is transforming new-gen supply chain323Capgemini Research Institute 2025New-generation supply chain: Connecting the links to reach common goalsSustainable supply chain reinforces resilience42Recommendations for building a new-gen supply chain52Conclusion 68Research methodology69Executive summary Within the industry and engineering domain, around seven out of 10 (70%) executives identify new-generation (new-gen) supply chain as among the top three tech trends for 2025.1 We characterize new-gen supply chain as agile, sustainable, and AI-powered. Organizations recognized the acute need for these qualities during the COVID-19 pandemic and – amid ongoing geopolitical unrest, economic uncertainty, unpredictable climatic variation, and fast-paced technological advancement – they are starting to do so again.Over the past three years, organizations have made significant progress on supply chain transformation, from 54% in 2022 to 72% in 2025. Further, a solid 68% have established a clear vision and objectives for their supply chain (only 35% had done so in 2022).Within this intelligent end-to-end ecosystem, resilience and sustainability have become much more important. Managing resilience includes risk management, supplier diversification, and cost optimizations in the current VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) world.Supply chain resilience is a strategic imperative. Organizations must proactively prepare for 70%of executives identify new-generation (new-gen) supply chain as among the top three tech trends for 2025.4Capgemini Research Institute 2025New-generation supply chain: Connecting the links to reach common goalsExecutive summary disruptions, adapt swiftly to change, and ensure operational continuity. They should do this by conducting market research to gain a better understanding of consumers, regulations, and barriers; defining a clear access strategy; and adapting continuously through scenario planning and innovation. They should also look to partner with third-party logistics (3PL) providers for flexibility and cost efficiency; use multimodal transport to boost adaptability and accountability; replace high-risk materials with sustainable alternatives; and redesign products with modular components for flexibility and recyclability.Risk management is an integral step in building an agile supply chain, and over three-quarters (76%) of executives in the survey agree that their organizations are currently focusing on this aspect. But when it comes to monitoring i