NIGP presents an overview of the benefits and uses for technology in public procurement. Contextually, NIGP points out:
“As the procurement function of many public organizations is becoming more strategic, procurement technology allows for a process re-design that makes the procurement process open with improved accountability, transparency and reporting capabilities; thereby speeding up the procurement cycle and providing greater access to more opportunities for suppliers … The use of technologies is not a substitute for the development of comprehensive and robust strategies. Technology only facilitates the development and delivery of a good strategy”.
In this brief overview, NIGP outlines perspectives applicable to public procurement associated with:
- Types of procurement technology
- Benefits of technology
- Considerations before implementing new technology
- Best practice uses for technology
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