Procurement and operational professionals in Clubs and Associations currently dedicate almost a third (31%) of their time to manual procurement processes. Despite substantial technology investments, these organisations have digitised less than half (45%) of their procurement activities.
The challenge is even greater within clubs and associations, which needs to ensure engagement and consistent service delivery across vast member networks.
Navigating procurement across diverse branches with varied preferences and existing local supplier relationships can be daunting. However, Eversource significantly simplifies this process. More than just enhancing efficiency and cutting costs, the right procurement strategies can also drive substantial commercial value, enhance partnerships, and boost member engagement.
Procurement challenges such as managing multiple supplier logins, manually comparing prices, and tracking purchases are magnified in multi-branch environments. Picture a centralised hub that automates these tasks, streamlines workflows, and enhances collaboration.
With procurement workload projected to increase by 6.6% in 2024, leading to potential productivity and efficiency gaps, Eversource is set to transform how Clubs and Associations manage procurement by increasing their technology investment by 4.6%.
Tailored Procurement Solutions for Clubs and Associations
Organisations like Football Australia and the Motor Trades Association of Australia consist of large networks of members who provide essential services to their communities. Centralising procurement not only ensures consistent product and service purchasing but also opens new revenue streams as technology extends offerings to the public—like local football merchandise or association-specific vouchers.
Deploying Eversource’s centralised e-Procurement portal connects all branches and suppliers to a unified system. This platform integrates all supplier products, updates pricing in real-time, and provides side-by-side comparisons, significantly reducing administrative overhead and enhancing compliance while standardising procurement practices.
Harness Data for Better Procurement Decisions
With comprehensive data analytics from Eversource, Clubs and Associations can make informed decisions that optimise their procurement strategies and enhance financial performance. Enhanced visibility across sourcing also allows operational teams to ensure compliance with brand standards and best practices.
Enhance Communication and Collaboration Within Your Community
Does your communications team invest a lot of time in issuing notices and responding to queries from individual clubs or associations? Eversource’s community portal fosters seamless communication among members, ensuring alignment with procurement policies and updates, leading to smoother operations and quicker response times.
Eversource’s Proven Impact in Large-Scale Operations
Having facilitated the procurement of over $1 billion worth of goods, Eversource demonstrates its capability to handle large-scale operations effectively. As the need for procurement efficiency grows, more Clubs and Associations are turning to advanced procurement technologies to streamline workflows and enhance transparency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
Choosing to adopt a centralised procurement portal provides transformative benefits—streamlining operations, driving cost savings, enhancing compliance, and fostering collaboration among Clubs and Associations, positioning them for long-term success.
