Autodesk Survey Finds Supply Chain Fragility and Cost Control Top Concerns in Australian…

Autodesk released the Australian findings from its 2027 State of Design and Make report. The survey, which drew on responses from 443 Australian business leaders, found that supply chain fragility and cost control are the leading concerns for local design and construction-related businesses. Among Australian respondents, 55 per cent cited supply chain fragility due to geopolitical tensions, an increase from 47 per cent in 2025.

The report indicates that cost pressure remains a major issue, with 39 per cent of respondents naming cost management as the biggest challenge amid inflation and fluctuating raw material prices. Furthermore, concerns regarding technological advancements, including artificial intelligence, rose to 33 per cent of Australian respondents.