Latest Research

Research is at the heart of what we do. With over 20 years of dedicated research into commerce and contract management, our members benefit from our latest insights, leading practices and professional development programs. 

A recent survey of our membership revealed the following insights:

Benchmark 2025 Survey

Is your organization maximizing efficiency in the fast-changing world of commercial and contract management (CCM)? Participate in WorldCC's bi-annual Benchmark Survey to gain crucial insights. Compare your practices against global standards and pinpoint areas for improvement. This year's survey also tracks progress, showing how the industry is evolving compared to past benchmarks. Participants receive a detailed report, released in later this year, outlining key trends, priorities, and variations across the globe. The survey takes 35-50 minutes to complete.

Your voice is important. Help shape the future of commercial and contract management.

State of Agility in Procurement and Supply

With AI revolutionizing procurement and supply chain, agility is no longer optional – it's critical for survival. The "Next-Gen Supply Chain in the Age of AI" survey, a collaboration between WorldCC and the Lean-Agile Procurement (LAP) Alliance, directly addresses key questions: Where do organizations stand in their AI journey? What are the most effective AI-powered strategies? And how can businesses build truly resilient supply chains? Your participation will help shape best practices and provide you with exclusive access to the comprehensive findings in Summer 2025.

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How does your salary compare? Where are the best opportunities and the greatest rewards?

Research shows that Commercial and Contract Management roles are receiving increased executive attention. As the leading professional association in this field, employers and practitioners turn to us for the latest data on salaries and compensation packages. We are therefore inviting you to take part in our confidential annual Salary Survey.

Our survey will reveal the job roles and industries where satisfaction is highest, and it will also confirm any existing international variations. The data will be released to all participants as a consolidated report.

How can suppliers and governments build better contracting relationships?

The purpose of this survey, in partnership with University College London, is to investigate how governments make decisions about tendering for and managing contracts and how suppliers make decisions about bidding for and delivering government contracts.

The survey uses brief case-study scenarios to investigate how the public and private sectors develop productive working relationships and how those relationships vary across different geographic locations and industries.