Transforming Procurement Efficiency for a Renowned Financial Institution with iLink’s E-procurement Framework

iLink Digital empowered global financial institution navigate significant challenges in their manual and fragmented procurement process. We implemented a scalable and user-friendly e-procurement framework to streamline the entire procurement workflow, reduce approval times, and enable better tracking and reporting capabilities.

Client Overview

Our client is a leading financial institution, offering comprehensive range of financial services, including banking, securities, asset management, and leasing. With a history of spanning over three decades, they are deeply committed to fostering sustainable growth by delivering innovative solutions to the clients.

Challenges

● Time-consuming Workflow: Manual approval process was managed via printed forms sent via email, causing prolonging procurement delays. ● Fragmented Documentation: Associate documents were stored in disparate locations, making it difficult to maintain consistency and accountability. ● Error-Prone Risk Calculation: Complex risk categorization logic was handled manually, often resulting in inaccuracies and misclassification.

Solutions

● Streamlined eProcurement Portal: Strategically implemented e-procurement portal using SharePoint Online, Power Apps and Power Automate to streamline procurement activities. ● Custom Apps: Separate apps were created f or different stages of the procurement lifecycle, allowing users to track, create, and approve plans efficiently. ● Automated Business Logic: Complex approval and risk assessment logic within the apps can be controlled using setting in the Sharepoint site. ● Custom Reporting with Power BI: Created detailed reports using Power BI, such as summaries of total projects and pending approvals, providing actionable insights for data-driven decision making.

Business Impact

  • Reduced Turnaround Time by 70%
  • Improved Accuracy
  • Enhanced Visibility
  • Streamlined Collaboration
  • Enhanced Scalability & Flexibility
  • Informed Decision Making