Skill Dynamics

92% of organisations have a critical skills gap.

As AI disruption and global trade pressures accelerate, procurement and supply chain teams are being pushed to their limits.

Today, we’re launching the Skill Dynamics Skills Report 2026, and the findings are hard to ignore.

5 key themes from this year’s report:

1. The skills gap is now universal
Over 9 in 10 organisations are operating with at least one critical gap.
2. AI readiness vs workforce readiness
83% say they’re prepared for AI, yet AI and automation remain the number one skills shortfall.
3. Trade disruption is already hitting hard
60% have experienced moderate to severe financial and operational impact from tariffs and global instability.
4. Compliance knowledge is too concentrated
Just 7% believe trade compliance expertise is spread effectively across the business.
5. Training investment isn’t keeping pace
Budgets remain low, measurement is limited, and the cost of inaction is rising.

As our CEO Sam Pemberton puts it; “The organisations that will come through strongest are those investing in their people right now.”

Sam will also be discussing the findings from this report at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium in Orlando and Barcelona next month.

The message is clear: closing the gap between technology investment and workforce capability is no longer optional.

Download the full report: https://skilld.info/4cPwKqk

Our upcoming webinar with Elizabeth Lomax lays out the FDA and USDA regulatory framework for pharmaceuticals, describes their import requirements, and provides participants with practical knowledge for ensuring imports have the right data and documentation to facilitate smooth clearance without delays🔬💊

This webinar is approved for one NCBFAA LCB/CCS/MCS Continuing Education Credit. Want to find out more?

Purchase your seat, today: https://skilld.info/40Vyc4C

"While automation is accelerating, investment in human capability remains dangerously low."🚨

We are pleased to share that our new whitepaper, 'Human Intelligence in the Age of AI: Rebuilding Procurement Capability', has been featured on IT Supply Chain. The article explores the whitepaper insights and how companies can adapt to get ahead of the changes.

Read the full article🔗📰

90% of procurement leaders lack confidence in AI strategies - IT Supply Chain 90% of procurement leaders lack confidence in AI strategies By Skill Dynamics Sam Pemberton (pictured) CEO at Skill Dynamics 652 ViewsA new whitepaper from procurement expert Richard Beaumont and digital learning provider Skill Dynamics highlights how rapid AI acceleration is reshaping procu...

Skill Dynamics partners with Dan Harris and Adams Lee from Harris Sliwoski to discuss Friday’s Supreme Court IEEPA tariffs ruling📣 Join us on Thursday 26th February at 12:00 EST for this webinar, designed for legal, compliance, finance, and sourcing professionals.

This practical discussion addresses decision changes, what the ruling leaves unresolved, and how it may reshape the future use of IEEPA-based trade measures.

The session will examine the potential impact on tariff exposure, refund risk, contract allocation, compliance posture, and the broader regulatory landscape affecting importers.

Register for the webinar for free, today🔗 https://skilld.info/4aQVSfb

Will we see you there?!💭 Join us on Thursday 5th March at 16:00 GMT / 11:00 EST, when Skill Dynamics will be joined by an expert panel of guests for International Women's Day!

Moderated by our very own CRO, Davina Quarterman, this session focuses on the IWD 2026 theme, 'Give to Gain', and the power of reciprocity, generosity, collaboration, and support, in helping women thrive.

We dive into discussion with our panellists from the Supply Chain, Procurement, and Trade Compliance industry, exploring their roles in the industry and career experiences.

Introducing...
⭐ Alison Klinger, Director, Global Trade Compliance & Supply Chain Risk Management at Ingevity
⭐ Helen Alder, Head of Procurement Development at Skill Dynamics
⭐ Andreina Woodworth, Global Procurement PBS Category Director at Foundever
⭐ Enikő Tóth, Director Planning - Finished Good Threads (Global) at Coats

Find out more and register for the webinar for free, today! 🔗https://skilld.info/4c1Whhd