Nucleus surveyed 1,014 professionals across manufacturing, distribution, retail, and construction sectors to assess AI readiness and supply chain agility in 2025, focusing the analysis on 966 organizations with the most complete responses. The data shows that AI adoption is accelerating, with 56 percent of organizations reporting high AI readiness. Among this group, over 90 percent are actively creating or investing in AI-specific roles, confirming that workforce strategy is the strongest early indicator of AI success. Organizations investing in real-time datasharing platforms, scenario planning, and AI-driven operational roles are pulling ahead, while those engaging in geopolitical risk modeling reported the highest rates of AI implementation.