Is the Kraljic matrix still relevant in 2025?

The Kraljic matrix has served for decades as the compass for category segmentation in strategic procurement. But… is it still enough in 2025?

Today, leaders in Sourcing, Procurement, and Supply Chain face new challenges: global disruptions, ESG compliance, agile supply chains and real-time data-driven decision-making.

How is the Kraljic matrix evolving in 2025? Classifying only by spend vs risk is no longer sufficient. Leading organizations are integrating AI, dynamic dashboards, and predictive analytics to:

1. Embed resilience, sustainability, and ESG KPIs across categories.

2. Trigger automated alerts by category or supplier through real-time dashboards.

3. Evaluate suppliers beyond unit price: including TCO, innovation, and reputational impact.

Is your supplier and category portfolio still operating on a static model? Now may be the right time to reassess and upgrade.

I invite you to evaluate whether your current supplier segmentation strategy reflects the 2025 context. Evolution is not optional, it’s strategic.

#ProcureLinkUp can help you redesign your segmentation strategy.

Has your organization already evolved its model?

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