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Latest Reports
Residual Value Forecast November 2025
Our quarterly Residual Value Forecast (RVF) report provides forecasts for the following categories of IT equipment: desktop computers, laptops, network equipment, printers, servers, storage devices, and other IT equipment. It also includes residual values for other non-IT equipment in the following categories: copiers, material handling equipment (forklifts), mail equipment, medical equipment, test equipment, and miscellaneous equipment such as manufacturing machinery and NC machines. Residual Value Forecasts are provided for five years for end-user, wholesale, and orderly liquidation values (OLV) prices.
Fair Market Value Report November 2025
The Computer Economics Market Value Reports provide information on the most commonly traded machines and systems at the time the report is published. The values shown are the composites of a range of quotes acquired from sources within the industry deemed reliable, accuracy of the information presented is not guaranteed. Resources are eBay, Insight, NewEgg, CDW, ETB-Tech, Amazon, Savemyserver, TheServerStore, LoadBalancer, NetworkOutlet, Netsyst-Direct, TigerDirect, and others as well as online sales companies and appraisals.
Procurement Budgets, Staffing, and Process Metrics 2025/2026: Chapter 15: Transportation and Logistics Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 15 provides comprehensive benchmarks for procurement staffing and spending within the transportation and logistics industry. This sector includes freight and shipping companies, airlines, rail operators, trucking firms, warehouse providers, and third-party logistics (3PL) service providers. The 15 respondents from this sector vary in size, ranging from companies with annual sales of approximately $500 million to those exceeding $20 billion.
Procurement Budgets, Staffing, and Process Metrics 2025/2026: Chapter 14: Retail Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 14 provides comprehensive benchmarks for procurement of staffing and spending within the retail industry. This sector includes grocery chains, department stores, specialty retailers, e-commerce platforms, and mass merchandise companies. The 15 respondents from this sector vary in size, ranging from companies with annual sales of approximately $300 million to those exceeding $95 billion.
Procurement Budgets, Staffing, and Process Metrics 2025/2026: Chapter 13: Professional/Tech Services (Other than IT) Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 13 provides comprehensive benchmarks for procurement staffing and spending within the professional/tech services industry (other than IT). This sector covers consulting firms, engaging services, accounting and audit firms, architectural services, and other specialized professional practices. The 15 respondents from this sector vary in size, ranging from companies with annual sales of approximately $750 million to those exceeding $65 billion.
Procurement Budgets, Staffing, and Process Metrics 2025/2026: Chapter 12: Media and Information Services Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 12 provides comprehensive benchmarks for procurement staffing and spending within the media and information services industry. This sector includes a diverse set of organizations such as publishing houses, broadcasting companies, digital media platforms, advertising agencies, market research firms, and information service providers. The 15 respondents from this sector vary in size, ranging from companies with annual sales of approximately $600 million to those exceeding $29 billion.
Procurement Budgets, Staffing, and Process Metrics 2025/2026: Chapter 11: Process Manufacturing Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 11 provides comprehensive benchmarks for procurement staffing and spending within the process manufacturing industry. This sector encompasses a wide array of organizations, including chemical producers, food and beverage manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and oil and gas refineries. The 29 respondents from this sector vary in size, with annual sales ranging from approximately $600 million to over $20 billion.
Procurement Budgets, Staffing, and Process Metrics 2025/2026: Chapter 10: Discrete Manufacturing
Chapter 10 provides comprehensive benchmarks for procurement staffing and spending within the discrete manufacturing industry. This sector encompasses a wide array of organizations, including automotive manufacturers, aerospace and defense companies, electronics producers, machinery manufacturers, and other producers of distinct products. The 25 respondents from this sector vary in size, ranging from companies with annual sales of approximately $600 million to those exceeding $120 billion.
Procurement Budgets, Staffing, and Process Metrics 2025/2026: Chapter 9: Life Sciences Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 9 offers a comprehensive examination of the life sciences sector, presenting benchmarks for procurement staffing and spending that reflect the industry’s unique characteristics. The sector includes a diverse array of organizations, such as biotechnology firms, pharmaceutical companies, medical device companies, and research institutions. The 34 survey respondents vary in size, with organizations reporting annual revenues ranging from approximately $400 million to over $50 billion, highlighting the sector’s broad economic impact.
Procurement Budgets, Staffing, and Process Metrics 2025/2026: Chapter 8: Insurance Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 8 provides comprehensive benchmarks for procurement staffing and spending within the insurance industry. This sector covers a wide spectrum of organizations, including life insurance, health insurance, property and casualty insurance, reinsurance providers, and specialized insurance carriers. The 15 respondents from this sector vary in size, ranging from companies with annual sales of approximately $900 million to those exceeding $50 billion.
