INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT

(UNIVERSITY OF SIERRA LEONE)

Program: B.SC PROCUREMENT LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN

B. SC PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGEMENT

Module Code: PLM 311

Module Title: DIGITAL PROCUREMENT

Level: Undergraduate

Semester/Year: 1st Semester/Year 3

Credit Hours: 3 hours

Mr. Hadie Konateh- konatehhk7@yahoo.com, mattakon37@gmail.com

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Introduction
Organizations adopt E-procurement systems to streamline their entire procurement process.
Thies E-procurement systems often involve the use of online platforms or software that allow
organizations to manage the entire procurement lifecycle.

Aim of the Course

The module focuses on how organizations can establish a plan for an e-procurement system,
implementation, and what benefits can be expected by such an implementation project.
Furthermore, it provides an overview of the basic and advanced features of e-Procurement
systems, along with concise information on its component.

Learning Objectives

The course will help students achieve the following objectives:

⮚ Provide student with guidance on decisions they may need to take for establishing or

improving on electronic procurement

⮚ Provide the concepts of e-procurement

⮚ Discuss procurement in relation to e-business.

⮚ Describe forms of e-procurement

⮚ Explain the implementation strategies of e-procurement

⮚ Explain key technologies in e-procurement

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, students should be able to:

⮚ Have a comprehensive understanding of the e- procurement

 ⮚ Develop and manage an effective e-Procurement system

⮚ Analyze and think critically in solving e-procurement system

⮚ Synthesize information, communicate and research e-procurement

Teaching and Learning Pattern

⮚ Lecture method

⮚ Case studies

⮚ Presentations

⮚ Group discussions

⮚ Assignment (mini research studies)

Assessment Method

The module shall be assessed on the basis of course work and final examination represented as;

⮚ Course work assessment 30%

⮚ Final Examination 70%

Module Content
Introduction to E-Procurement

✔ Overview of Procurement

✔ Definition of Procurement

✔ Importance of Effective Procurement

Traditional Procurement vs. E-Procurement

⮚ Traditional Procurement Challenges

⮚ Key Differences

⮚ E-Procurement processes & workflows

Components of E-Procurement Systems

⮚ E-Sourcing

⮚ E-payment

⮚ E-Auction

⮚ E-Tendering

⮚ E-catalogue

⮚ E-ordering

⮚ E-invoicing

Technologies in E-Procurement

⮚ Cloud Computing

⮚ Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)

⮚ Mobile Procurement Applications

Benefits of E-Procurement

⮚ Cost Savings
 ⮚ Time Efficiency

⮚ Improved Accuracy

⮚ Enhanced Supplier Relationships

Challenges and Risks

⮚ Security Concerns

⮚ Implementation Challenges

⮚ Resistance to Change

Best Practices in E-Procurement

⮚ Vendor Management

⮚ Integration with ERP Systems

⮚ Training and Change Management etc.

Case Studies
Future Trends in E-Procurement

⮚ Artificial Intelligence in Procurement

⮚ Blockchain Technology

⮚ Sustainability in E-Procurement

Resource Materials

Zsidisin, G.A (2005) E-Procurement: From Strategy to Implementation.: An article from: Journal
of Supply Chain Management
Pani, A.K and Pani, A.K and Agrahari, A. (2007) E-procurement in Emerging Economies:
Theory and Cases

E-Procurement in Emerging Economies: Theory and Cases-Ashis Kumar Pani and Amit
Agrahari