AcquireIt has developed and optimised a sophisticated and comprehensive, but practical and simple methodology that supports the full procurement life cycle and provides a unique blend of operational and strategic inputs. The methodology is rich in templates and tools to ensure the repeatability and quality of activities. The various components of the procurement life cycle and the associated skill sets and needs are isolated into individual components, tools and competencies that could be applied in an integrated fashion or, if required, as separate service offerings.

Analysis

• Demand
• Consumption
• Spend
• Stakeholders
• Suppliers
• Contracted Obligations
• Commodities
• Projects

Modelling

• Spend Patterns
• Procurement Schedules
• Stakeholder Involvement
• Optimisation Opportunities
• Processes
• Roles and Responsibilities
• Supplier Portfolios
• Contract Relationships
• Commodity Structure
• Cost Forecast and Budget
• Demand Management

Strategy Development

• Organisational Structure
• Strategic Sourcing
• Commodity Blue Print
• Project Portfolios
• Supplier Relationship
• SCM Process Redesign
• Contract Strategies

Operational Support

• Contract Review
• Performance Measurement
• Contract Management
• Supplier Relationship
• SLA Management
• Requirements Specification
• RFP/Tenders Management
• Supply of Consultants