News / Press releases - September 22, 2024
The Digital Transformation in Procurement is a Necessity, Not an Option
FACTUREE highlights: The procurement of the future must be simple
Berlin, 23 September 2024 – The German economy is facing a fundamental transformation. Supply chains are becoming increasingly fragile, skilled workers are in short supply, and rising costs are forcing companies to rethink their strategies. Procurement plays a key role in this context: those who succeed in transforming their procurement processes will remain competitive in the long term. FACTUREE (www.facturee.de), a pioneer in the field of digital procurement, demonstrates that in volatile times, simple and efficient procurement is the foundation for future-proofing. The industry is experiencing disruption, and digital solutions like those from FACTUREE offer answers to the growing challenges.
"The crises of recent years have impressively demonstrated how fragile traditional procurement channels can be. Companies that rely on rigid supplier structures face immense challenges. "We see that the traditional procurement process is often too rigid in view of the dynamic developments in the industry. Flexibility and speed are crucial, and this can only be achieved through digitalization and partial automation," explains Moritz König, CEO of FACTUREE, adding: "At the same time, personal contact remains important in order to find tailor-made solutions for our customers. Many companies invest too much time in supplier management and coordination - time that should be used for more strategic tasks."
Industry in Transition: Efficiency through Digitisation is Becoming a Survival Factor
The industrial sector is currently undergoing a paradigm shift. Traditional procurement methods are increasingly being replaced by disruptive technologies. Companies need to rethink, adapt processes, and radically simplify. Digital procurement is not just a technological advancement – it represents a fundamental change in the way businesses operate.
"The demands on buyers and engineers are increasing dramatically – from shortened time-to-market cycles to the need to react quickly and flexibly to market changes. In a time when traditional procurement pathways are reaching their limits, digital transformation plays a crucial role," says König.
FACTUREE is at the heart of this development, offering companies the opportunity to significantly streamline processes and mitigate risks through its digital procurement approach. With a network of over 2,000 manufacturing partners worldwide, the company drastically reduces its customers' dependency on individual suppliers. Tedious sourcing and cumbersome communication processes are a thing of the past, thanks to FACTUREE's digital procurement solutions. "From supplier sourcing to technical consultation, production, and post-processing—everything is handled through us as a single point of contact. This reduces the need for coordination and minimises the potential for errors. At the same time, thanks to our broad network, we can always find a solution and quickly respond to supply chain disruptions by reallocating resources – a capability that is increasingly critical in the face of geopolitical tensions, natural disasters, or shortages," König adds.
Strategic Procurement as a Competitive Advantage
Efficiency and risk reduction are not the only central themes in digital procurement. A major leverage point lies in the strategic alignment of companies. By automating standard processes, companies can focus more on innovation and strategic projects. FACTUREE supports this not only operationally but also through consulting. "Our customers benefit not only from our extensive and highly flexible supplier network but also from our expertise and know-how in strategic planning. We offer personalised, individual consulting for every customer. At the same time, our digital procurement solution enables significant cost savings for our customers – a decisive advantage given the increasing cost pressures in the industry," says Moritz König.
Conclusion: Future-proofing through Simplicity
Process simplification is becoming a prerequisite for companies that want to succeed in a volatile market environment. FACTUREE opens the door to radical process optimisation through digitisation and shows that simplicity is the key to future-proofing. "Our goal is to make companies not only more efficient but also more resilient. In a world marked by uncertainty, our digital approach enables companies to manage procurement processes in a straightforward and efficient manner, allowing them to act flexibly, cost-effectively, and innovatively," concludes Moritz König.