Purchase Requisition

Manual process

Requisitions for purchase by other departments are sent to the purchasing department. The purchasing department checks whether the purchase is already budgeted for. If it is outside the budget, it takes the necessary steps to obtain further approval. Depending on the items and value, the purchasing process is initiated. High value items are purchased through an open tender process. Items of less value or items that are routinely purchased are procured from a vendor on the approved list. The purchase order is issued to the vendor after considering rates, quality and lead times for supply.

Issues

Procurement delays hamper the work of the departments.

Automation

ATPATH BPM workflows can automate purchase processes of any degree of complexity. ATPATH BPM workflows can also integrate the process with the accounting or ERP software used by the organization.

Process Efficiencies

• Prompt purchase approvals ensures work progress is not hampered
• Flexibility to configure workflows according to the needs of the organization
• If integrated with ERP systems, it eliminates duplication of data entry