📊Executive Summary

The upcoming CES 2025 event, scheduled for January 6-9, 2025, in Las Vegas, will showcase significant advancements in AI, semiconductors, and health tech. Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang will present the company's roadmap for generative and physical AI, while AMD's CEO Lisa Su is expected to announce cost-effective alternatives to Nvidia's GPUs. The automotive sector will focus on software-defined vehicles, emphasizing modular software stacks and over-the-air updates. The Advanced Manufacturing Showcase will highlight key manufacturing innovations and initiatives, including automation and workforce development, which are critical for procurement teams to monitor as they may influence sourcing strategies and supplier engagement....