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Lead time continues to shorten
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Lead time continues to shorten
In the 2019 survey, less EAs were being given shorter lead times for events for under 100 than the year prior. Sixty percent stated they had been given lead times of less than three months. The percentage has increased to 66 % in the 2026 survey. This reinforces concerns of many suppliers who are having to quote and deliver events at very short notice.
For events over 100 the trend is similar. Just 19 % of the 2019 respondents were given three months or less put their events together. The 2026 survey shows that the figure has increased to a significant 27 %.
What is the typical lead time you are given to source suppliers and venue?
Under 100 Over 100
Key: n Less than three months n Six months n 12 months n It depends on the event
Key: n Less than three months n Six months n 12 months n More than 12 months n It depends on the event
34 Executive PA | Summer Issue 2026