Migrating Supply Chains into GBS Models
According to KPMG's latest operational trends report, 2026 marks the year that the supply chain function officially migrates into the Global Business Services (GBS) organization structure for major multinational players.
Unlocking Scale and Visibility
By treating supply chain logistics—particularly highly repeatable transactional activities like freight auditing and capacity planning—similarly to centralized IT or Finance functions, companies are unlocking massive scale. This centralization is essential for deploying global AI tools and establishing dedicated logistics control towers.
Transitioning to 'Total Value'
This organizational shift allows leaders to move past mere "resilience" (surviving disruption) toward a "Total Value" mindset. A GBS-led supply chain integrates primary and secondary logistics, creating an end-to-end ecosystem that drives top-line revenue through enhanced customer experience while rigorously controlling bottom-line costs.