How can e-procurement become a value-added function in the supply chain?

If the method is customized and based on the needs of different types of customers , Then e-procurement will be regarded as a value-added function .
 

The supply chain regards the e-procurement cycle as a one-dimensional process in the organization . E-procurement is adopted in organizations , Because it can improve efficiency . As an organized procurement process, provide better matching with required goods and services , This will lead to more efficient procurement 、 High quality goods 、 service , And the added value of on-time delivery . The supply chain must update e-procurement , To ensure that the organization can guide unforeseen situations 、 Financial shortages and excess economic fluctuations , At the same time, optimize the e-procurement process to help distinguish successful suppliers from poor suppliers .

 
Import function of e-procurement ：

1、 E-procurement deals with different suppliers , Build strong relationships with suppliers , To ensure proper and successful delivery .

2、 E-procurement adds value by reducing costs , Without compromising quality 、 Product failure , Ensure operational efficiency to achieve better quality without increasing any cost , The purpose is to achieve the best objectives and outputs in the supply chain at a lower cost .

3、 In the supply chain , The e-procurement function will be able to participate in product development , Able to organize supply chain analysis 、 Audit , Optimize production opportunities , And pay attention to the value-added strategy of suppliers .

4、 E-procurement can improve quality 、 Product cost reduction 、 Life cycle 、 Make suggestions on the synchronization between the organization and the supplier , So that innovation really helps innovators , It really helps the product consulting business , Provide free services with suppliers 、 Discount rate 、 Minimum rate , So as to optimize the organization by adding value in the supply chain 、 Production process 、 The marketing strategy .

5、 E-procurement supports small and medium-sized enterprises , Because it has become a necessary condition for enterprises to encourage small-scale industries not to rely on large industries , So as to improve the responsibility of small-scale industries , These industries can generate revenue , Get some benefits , And prepare the assessment in the form of a long-term subjective strategic partnership 、 Internal evaluation and supply chain value-added .

Benefits from e-procurement ：

1、 Supply chain e-procurement can reduce costs through effective cost management , Without compromising profitability . By purchasing goods 、 Proper handling , And add value in Supply Chain Management .

2、 Value based e-procurement in supply chain depends on value creation , Instead of the traditional cost saving efficiency goal , Procurement is seen as a strategic contribution to adding value to the organization , Because there are only a few contributions , You may see that value purchasing can actually add value to the organization , In order to fill the gap that the traditional concept of procurement value-added strategy affects the value-added of supply chain .

3、 In the supply chain , The role of procurement has been evolving , Increased its strategic importance in the organization . As a supporting function , It affects the bottom line of the organization 、 Procurement performance 、 Cost reduction 、 save , Because they are considered value - Additional savings in the procurement process , So as to broaden the vision of procurement , Take it as a strategic contribution to the economic and intangible value of the supply chain .

4、 In the supply chain , E-procurement as a value-added source , Measured by invested capital , Communicate in the form of contract , This can be done by improving the relationship between departments 、 Intervention to increase organizational 、 Product value and internal customers 、 Together with the supplier , It will not necessarily directly reduce the material procurement cost , But it is possible to improve organizational performance .

5、 Effectively manage e-procurement activities to reduce transaction costs , It will help to reduce the cost of inventory management , To minimize the purchase holding cost , Will reduce costs in the supply chain ; Effective contract negotiation management to reduce input costs and effective communication with user departments to strengthen norms to effectively meet business needs , Reduce supply chain costs , Choose to manage supply to improve input quality , At the same time, improve the quality of output , Eliminate waste in the supply chain at the same time .

With the introduction of e-commerce , The use of technology has increased , Procurement opportunities add value , This is due to higher standardization 、 Improved communication 、 Use of e-mail 、 The Internet of things 、 Artificial intelligence , And better control over the creation of management information . In supply chain procurement , Ensure quality materials and reliable delivery , Support is value for money , Pricing to maintain cost , Reduce procurement , Contribute to value-added procurement .

summary ：

In the supply chain , The value of procurement must clearly identify procurement needs , Development technology , Innovative types to focus on highly competitive markets , Maintain control over the supply chain , Provide different procurement aspects or channels , Partnership , Create value to meet customer needs , At the same time, understand the function of the product 、 technical knowledge , Add value to the supply chain .

8Manage SRM E-procurement management system Including electronic bidding 、 Electronic procurement 、 Supplier management 、 Order management 、 Electronic invoice 、 Electronic payment and contract management , For enterprises to create from the supply of 、 One stop purchasing management platform from purchase to delivery , Help enterprises to achieve electronic 、 Information procurement process .

Its centralized data management 、 Clear and feasible insights and accurate reports 、 Budget and forecast , It is an essential competitive advantage in the process of rapid development of enterprises . The system records the whole procurement process in real time , All execution problems can be traced back to , So as to effectively control the internal and suppliers of the enterprise , Add value to the supply chain .