TABLE 10: Do you have multi-factor authentication implemented across your systems? Artificial Intelligence (AI) Block- chain Internet of Things (IoT) Augmented Reality (AR) Virtual Reality (VR) 3D Printing Other None Suppliers $100M+ 92% 8% 17% 8% 17% 17% 0% 0% Suppliers $25M-$100M 90% 0% 23% 3% 0% 20% 7% 7% Suppliers $10M-$25M 86% 14% 18% 18% 9% 18% 14% 14% Suppliers $3M-$10M 58% 0% 13% 8% 4% 25% 4% 17% Suppliers Under $3M 88% 0% 13% 13% 0% 50% 0% 13% Suppliers have overwhelmingly embraced AI, leveraging the technology to enhance operational efficiency, such as automating order processing and optimizing inventory management. AI also empowers suppliers to streamline product customization and respond faster to distributor requests, as indicated in the next table. TABLE 11: In which areas of your business are you considering or implementing AI? Customer Support Inventory Management Product Personalization Other Suppliers $100M+ 55% 0% 9% 36% Suppliers $25M-$100M 54% 0% 8% 38% Suppliers $10M-$25M 25% 25% 20% 30% Suppliers $3M-$10M 44% 6% 28% 22% Suppliers Under $3M 25% 13% 50% 13% PPAI • SEPTEMBER 2025 • 33 The State Of Innovation 2025 | Must Read
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