Gartner Reveals 2026 Global Supply Chain Top 25 Rankings
Gartner, Inc. has announced its 2026 Global Supply Chain Top 25, recognizing the top organizations in the industry and highlighting the trends that contributed to their success. For the fourth year in a row, Schneider Electric secured the top spot, with NVIDIA in second place and Walmart making a significant jump to third.
According to Laura Rainier, a Senior Director Analyst at Gartner, this year’s leaders stand out by developing autonomous workforces and adopting network-driven strategies. They are also enhancing their supply chains to function seamlessly across complex networks. Rainier noted, “Leading companies are using AI not just to automate tasks, but to completely rethink how people and machines collaborate.”
Schneider Electric’s Continued Dominance
In its final year of a three-year transformation initiative, Schneider Electric maintained its leadership role by integrating autonomous workforce capabilities and managing resources effectively throughout its operations. The company is focusing on generative AI to aid human decision-making, providing real-time visibility and predictive insights across the supply chain.
Rainier remarked, “Schneider Electric shows how companies can combine ambitious change with careful execution. Its innovative use of AI, commitment to sustainability, and workforce transformation illustrates how supply chain leaders are preparing for a more autonomous business future.”
Masters Category Recognition
The Gartner Supply Chain Top 25 also honors a special group of companies known as the Masters, which have achieved long-term supply chain excellence. To maintain their Masters status, these companies must score among the top five composite scores for at least seven out of the last ten years. Notably, Amazon, Apple, Procter & Gamble, and Unilever retained their Masters status this year.
The 2026 Gartner Supply Chain Top 25
| Rank | Company | Composite Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Schneider Electric | 7.05 |
| 2 | NVIDIA | 6.42 |
| 3 | Walmart | 5.78 |
| 4 | Cisco Systems | 5.77 |
| 5 | AstraZeneca | 5.49 |
| 6 | Danone | 5.21 |
| 7 | Lenovo | 5.20 |
| 8 | L’Oréal | 5.18 |
| 9 | Johnson & Johnson | 5.14 |
| 10 | Microsoft | 4.92 |
| 11 | Colgate-Palmolive | 4.88 |
| 12 | Toyota | 4.86 |
| 13 | Siemens | 4.83 |
| 14 | Novartis | 4.48 |
| 15 | Nestlé | 4.44 |
| 16 | JD.com | 4.41 |
| 17 | Dell Technologies | 4.31 |
| 18 | General Mills | 4.30 |
| 19 | Coca-Cola Company | 4.25 |
| 20 | Johnson Controls | 4.09 |
| 21 | Diageo | 4.06 |
| 22 | HP Inc. | 4.05 |
| 23 | TSMC | 4.03 |
| 24 | GSK | 4.01 |
| 25 | Inditex | 3.99 |
Composite score is calculated based on multiple factors, including peer and expert evaluations and revenue growth.
Embracing Key Trends in 2026
In 2026, the top companies are embracing three main trends:
1. Autonomous Workforce
Many leading organizations are imagining a future where people and machines work together seamlessly. They’re not just using AI for efficiency; they are rethinking roles to ensure employees can focus on strategic decisions while AI handles routine tasks.
2. Network-Centric Strategies
Top supply chain leaders are adapting to ongoing challenges from global events by creating flexible and resilient network designs that support long-term growth. By sourcing and manufacturing close to where products are sold, they can avoid complications with cross-border operations.
3. End-to-End Supply Orchestration
Top companies are breaking boundaries to enhance visibility and decision-making throughout the supply chain. This enables proactive constraint identification and resource optimization, all while promoting sustainable practices in their product development processes.
Overall, the Gartner report highlights the innovative approaches companies are taking to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain management.
