The complete tool for e-procurement assessment, this research report features:

• Results of an exclusive survey on the e-procurement activities of 200 leading organizations in the UK.
  
  
• In-depth analysis by industry sector, company size, number of suppliers and many other variables, enabling you to understand exactly which organizations are implementing and succeeding with e-procurement.
  
  
• Commentary on the results by a leading consultant in e-procurement, providing an incisive and expert interpretation.
  
  
• Detailed reports on e-procurement in action within three major UK organizations, focusing on their experiences, successes and failures.
  
  
• A wealth of information, enabling you to ‘benchmark’ your organization against the wider corporate world and make informed decisions on whether you should be undertaking, delaying or intensifying electronic procurement.
  
  
• Analysis of what it takes to be an e-procurement leader and advice on how to succeed and realize the potential benefits.

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About this Report

A Brief Background to e-Procurement
Introduction
The Advantages and Benefits of e-Procurement
The Role of Exchanges

e-Procurement Research
Background to the Research
Executive Summary
Research Results and Analysis
- Procurement – The Current Picture
- e-Procurement Strategy
- Is e-Procurement a Priority?
- What are the Benefits?
- What are the Barriers?
- What are the Challenges to Implementation?
- The Future of e-Procurement
- Cost Savings (Actual and Forecast)
- What Makes an e-Procurement Leader?

Company Focus
J Sainsbury Plc
Allied Distillers
Beldam Crossley

Conclusions and Future Directions
How to Realize the Business Benefits
- Integrate the Procurement Strategy with Wider Supply Chain Thinking
- Establish the Basics First
Going Forward: How to Succeed at e-Procurement

Appendix: Full Results – Data Tables