B2B procurement platform

B2B purchasing platform – what is it?

B2B purchasing platforms, such as those offered by CStore.co.uk, are advanced purchasing management systems designed for companies that purchase as part of a business-to-business (B2B) relationship. This software provides full control over the entire purchasing process, from planning and comparing supplier offers, through the approval and implementation stages, to finalisation and analysis. Implementing such a platform not only enables more efficient financial and time management, but also provides extensive integration possibilities with other ERP systems. Specialised tools, such as support for split transactions, the ability to block payments or automatically update financial plans, make it a complete solution for managing purchasing in an organisation. The ultimate goal is to maximise efficiency, save time and resources, and increase transparency and tracking throughout the supply chain.

B2B procurement platform – what companies can benefit from it

The use of a B2B procurement platform is not limited to one type of business or sector. Our solution is universal and can be adapted to the needs of a wide variety of companies. Manufacturing companies can find tools to optimise the purchasing of raw materials and components, while retail chains will benefit from the management approval function for purchasing and the ability to integrate with other ERP systems. Service companies, on the other hand, can focus on contract and supplier relationship management.

With full control over the purchasing process, the ability to compare quotations and many other functionalities, our platform is suitable for companies that want to modernise and streamline their purchasing processes. The ability to log in and track all changes from the creation of a purchasing plan through to the delivery of goods, as well as support for transactions in different currencies and languages, makes our platform attractive to companies of varying scale and scope. Ultimately, any organisation looking to optimise and automate its purchasing process will find something to suit their needs in our offering.

The purchasing management system enables:

1. Full control over the purchasing process
2. Possibility of comparing offers
3. Production of a Purchase Plan – Procurement for a selected period
4. Approval of Purchase Plan or Purchase Orders to suppliers by management / directors
5. Logging and comparison of all changes from the creation of the Purchase Plan to the delivery of goods
6. Possibility to create multiple orders to suppliers for one plan, multiple confirmations or delivery notes for one order to a supplier
7. Orders in currencies and on printouts in the language of the supplier
8. Integration with ERP systems

Benefits of implementing a B2B procurement platform system

Plan your procurement spend from the moment you decide you need to buy, rather than when the invoice for the goods comes in. Financial planning and supplier billing enable:

1. Full control over the financial process
2. When a purchasing plan is created, a financial plan is created for the plan
3. Automatic update of the financial plan – each step of the purchasing process keeps the purchasing plan up-to-date
4. Support for split transactions, partial prepayments, letters of credit, etc.
5. Possibility of blocking payments (due to quality or quantity complaints)
6. Possibility of approving transactions
7. Possibility to create a transfer plan to suppliers
8. Possibility to set up the sending of information about completed transfers to suppliers, or about the transfer plan to suppliers
9. Reports on a weekly and monthly basis, in currencies, collectively and by supplier

Time

1. Save time at many stages of the ordering process, you do not rewrite the data again just by creating a new document you can upload the existing data of a related document
2. Automation of information transfer to and from the supplier
3. Information on current and future available stock levels available in real time to our employees and to our customers in the B2B system

Order grouping and fast order processing

1. Purchasing plan is created for the selected period, for all wholesale orders or from internal sales channels to be fulfilled during the period
2. A balancing order may be created for the Purchase Plan
3. After delivery, component orders can be automatically ordered

Online access for the supplier

1. Possibility of uploading documentation in the online module by the supplier (certificates, certificate of origin, product images, etc.)
2. Access to the online module by the supplier.
3. Access to product folders / product documentation by supplier
4. Fast and easy generation of order confirmations and delivery advices

Easy and quick access to ordering information, including:

Easy and quick access to ordering information.
1. Purchase plans – in the selected period
2. Deliveries on the way – at model level, or at variant level (EAN code)
3. Purchase plan fulfilment – comparison of the purchase plan with changes in quantities, prices and lead times at all subsequent stages, such as purchase order confirmation, delivery advice and PZ document
4. Late deliveries
5. Payment plan created on the basis of purchase orders to suppliers
6. Unconfirmed purchase orders from suppliers
7. Changes to purchase prices
8. QC report by manufacturer
9. Reports available to suppliers in the Online module for suppliers such as

Document flow diagram (customisable)

1. Send an enquiry to a supplier or receive a quotation
2. You enter products into the system
3. Open a Purchase Plan for a selected period or for immediate execution
4. Customers place wholesale orders, or orders are placed from internal channels (shops, eshop, subsidiaries …)
5. Purchase plan is closed and waiting for approval
6. After approval, purchase orders are generated to suppliers
7. The supplier enters one or more purchase order confirmations (one for each delivery)
8. The supplier enters a Delivery Advice – one for each delivery, and additional documents such as certificates, photos, etc.
9. The goods arrive and are checked in the warehouse (QC and quantities)
10. Purchases approve payment to supplier
11. Orders from which a Purchase Plan has been created are sent to the warehouse for fulfilment

B2B purchasing platform will automate processes in your company

In an era of dynamic market development and increased competition, the optimisation of a company’s purchasing processes is crucial to its success. The B2B purchasing platform from CStore is an innovative solution that provides full control over every stage of purchasing, from planning to implementation. Thanks to its advanced integration with ERP systems, our platform allows you to automatically update financial plans and manage transactions in real time. What’s more, features such as the ability to compare quotations, create multi-level orders, or support for transactions in different currencies and languages, make our software a versatile tool adapted to the needs of a wide variety of business sectors. Whether you are active in manufacturing, trade or services, our B2B procurement platform will allow you to focus on what matters most – growing your business, among other things, precisely by auto-amalgamating multiple processes.

How can a procurement platform save costs for you?

Purchasing for a company is often a time-consuming and complex process that requires multiple stages of management and control. With the help of our B2B procurement platform, you can automate and streamline this process, bringing benefits in terms of both time and finances.

1. Automation and Control
   Our platform offers full control over the purchasing process, from the creation of purchasing plans, through approval and monitoring to final delivery. This not only increases efficiency, but also saves resources.
2. Compare Offers
   Being able to compare offers from different suppliers in one place is another way to save money. By choosing the most favourable offer, you can significantly reduce your purchasing costs.
3. Integration with ERP Systems
   The platform is fully integrated with ERP systems, allowing you to organise and manage your company’s purchasing even better. This way, you can be sure that all data is synchronised and up-to-date.
4. Financial Planning
   The platform allows you to create detailed financial plans related to your purchases, making it easier to manage your budget and avoid unexpected expenses.
5. Time Management
   An automated purchasing process also saves time. Our platform eliminates the need for manual data entry and order tracking, allowing employees to focus on more valuable tasks.
6. Transparency and reports
   We also offer a variety of reports to help you analyse and optimise your procurement process. With these, you can easily identify areas where further savings are possible.

Integration with ERP systems

In today’s business environment, an integrated data flow is the key to efficiency and savings. That’s why our B2B purchasing platform, CStore, offers full integration with ERP systems. What does this mean for you and your business?

Full control over the purchasing process

Thanks to the integrated system, you have the possibility to directly compare supplier offers, create purchasing plans and have them approved at board or director level. All these activities are synchronised with your ERP system, enabling ongoing monitoring and reporting.

Scalability and flexibility

Whether you run a small business or are a global giant, mismanagement of purchasing can weigh on the success of your business. By integrating with ERP systems, our B2B purchasing platform scales with your business, providing the flexibility to meet a variety of needs.

Automation

The system enables the automatic logging and comparison of all changes in the purchasing process, from the creation of the plan to the delivery of the goods. This automation is made possible through integration with ERP systems, resulting in significant savings in time and resources.

Data compatibility and consistency

Integration with ERP systems ensures that all orders, confirmations and delivery requisitions are consistent and compatible at every stage of the purchasing process. This eliminates errors and promotes efficient management.

Undoubtedly, integration with ERP systems is a step towards automated, efficient and transparent purchasing management. We invite you to contact us to find out more about how CStore.co.uk can help revolutionise your company’s purchasing management.


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