Purchasing which takes place between companies using services such as the Internet, Electronic Data Interchange or Electronic File Transfer. Two companies, one the supplier and the other the purchaser, transmit inquiries, orders, invoices, payments, etc. directly through their computer systems.
Purchasing materials using modern electronic media, particularly the internet
Electronic procurement (e-purchasing). Procurement using electronic media, such as the Internet or other computer networks. E-procurement systems concentrate on commercial platforms for buyers.
The business-to-business purchase of supplies and services over the Internet. Purchasing by customers includes the customer's internal back office applications and use of the internet to extend the applications to suppliers and partners.
Using the Internet and other open networks to perform the procurement function; a B2B application.
The act of acquiring/procuring/purchasing via an electronic format.
Using the Internet or other electronic vehicles for purchasing functions.
Purchasing of goods online.
A system of online processes by which key procurement activities are conducted. E-procurement processes at Microsoft include MS Market, MS Invoice, MS Inquire, and direct deposit of payments to vendors.
purchasing via the Internet
The acquisition of products or services through the Internet or other online channels.
e-Procurement is the term for electronic procurement or purchasing. e-Procurement is a part of e-business and is used to designate the optimized, Internet-based acquisition process of a company. It refers not just to the purchasing process itself but to electronic negotiations and the conclusion of contracts with suppliers as well. Because the purchasing process is simplified by the electronic handling of operative tasks, strategic tasks can be given a more important role in the process. These new strategic purchasing tasks include the management of contacts to existing and new suppliers as well as the creation of new market structures by actively consolidating the supply-side.
The purchase of tourism products/services by electronic means.
Any electronic communication that facilitates the exchange of goods, services or other assets between suppliers and buyers.
This is the business-to-business purchase and sale of supplies and services over the Internet. E-procurement is sometimes referred to as supplier exchange. Typically, e-procurement Web sites allow qualified and registered users to look for buyers/sellers to buy/sell the goods and services.
Electronic procurement, or electronic purchasing, refers broadly to the technology that automates some or all of the processes related to creating a requisition document, obtaining purchase approval, locating or sourcing a supplier, creating a Purchase Order (PO), and delivering the PO to the supplier.
Where businesses buy and sell supplies or services to other businesses – over the internet and/or intranet.
The use of the Internet and corporate intranets to automate the purchasing of operating resources (i.e., office supplies, capital equipment - anything other than factory raw materials). With e-procurement, businesses can integrate and automate the processes of selecting items to be ordered, getting the necessary approvals, placing the orders, generating payments and receiving the ordered goods. Also known as electronic purchasing.
is an online system that enables organisations and buyers acquire products and services.
The business-to-business purchase and sale of supplies and services over the Internet. Also referred to as web-enabled electronic purchasing. It automates the traditional manual and paper-based procurement process, thus resulting in reduced maverick buying, lower transaction costs, lower cycle times, and increased efficiency.
(Electronic Procurement) involves the use of electronic records that track inventory, facilitate ordering, project requirements and assist operational staff. Digital has gained experience in this area and has assisted our Clients with all aspects of this development.
Business-to-business purchase and sale of supplies and services over the Internet. Registered users look for buyers or sellers of goods and services as well as access inventories directly from the manufacturer.
Procurement (i.e. ordering, payment, etc.) of goods and services via the Internet.
Web-based and or software-based automation of purchasing procedures.
procurement of goods and services using the Internet or information technologies, respectively. Besides sourcing, (for example, using online RFWS or reverse auctions), also contains the operational order processing with the supplier. Also often called e-purchasing.
The acquisition of direct and indirect products and services using the Internet and new technologies to facilitate a seamless, end-to-end stream of strategic procurement activities by connecting buyers with suppliers. Typically includes tools and business intelligence systems that enable improved responsiveness and analysis within the procurement organisation.
E-procurement (Electronic Procurement) is the business-to-business purchase and sale of supplies and services through the Internet as well as other information and networking systems, such as electronic data interchange (EDI) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). An important part of many B2B sites, e-procurement is also sometimes referred to by other terms, such as supplier exchange. Typically, e-procurement Web sites allow qualified and registered users to look for buyers or sellers of goods and services.