What's Happening?
A survey conducted by BlueVoyant reveals that 97% of organizations globally have been negatively impacted by supply chain breaches. This marks a significant increase from 2024, when 81% reported such incidents.
The State of Supply Chain Defense: Annual Global Insights Report 2025 highlights that organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of third-party risk management (TPRM) programs. Nearly half of the surveyed organizations have mature TPRM programs, and many are collaborating with third parties to remediate issues. However, challenges remain, including a lack of internal support and compliance-focused approaches that do not effectively reduce risk. The survey also notes that while organizations plan to expand their third-party ecosystems, they may not be adding visibility or remediation capacity at the same pace.
Why It's Important?
The widespread impact of supply chain breaches underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures across industries. As organizations continue to expand their third-party ecosystems, the risk of exposure to cyber threats increases. Effective TPRM programs are essential to mitigate these risks and protect sensitive data. The findings highlight the importance of integrating TPRM into broader enterprise risk frameworks, particularly in sectors like financial services, manufacturing, and defense. Organizations must prioritize risk reduction and enhance collaboration with third parties to safeguard their supply chains.
What's Next?
Organizations are expected to continue developing and refining their TPRM programs to address supply chain vulnerabilities. Increased collaboration with third parties and investment in cybersecurity measures will be crucial to mitigating risks. The report may prompt industry leaders to advocate for stronger regulatory frameworks and standards to enhance supply chain security. As awareness of supply chain risks grows, organizations will likely focus on improving communication and integration of TPRM programs within their overall risk management strategies.
