Lehigh University Switches to Unimarket eProcurement
Summary
Purchasing through a single eMarketplace of approved suppliers reduces processing time, improves operational efficiencies and leverages negotiated contracts while promoting policy compliance and adherence to University financial rules.” "The intuitive nature of the Unimarket platform and the ability to scale multiple functions across the campus community are two crucial components to a successful implementation at Lehigh," continued Altemose."Unimarket’s intuitive user interface and proven reputation for customer service will enable Lehigh to transition from its current eProcurement provider easily and efficiently", continued Kane.Purchasing through a single eMarketplace of approved suppliers reduces processing time, improves operational efficiencies and leverages negotiated contracts while promoting policy compliance and adherence to University financial rules.”"The intuitive nature of the Unimarket platform and the ability to scale multiple functions across the campus community are two crucial components to a successful implementation at Lehigh," continued Altemose."Unimarket’s intuitive user interface and proven reputation for customer service will enable Lehigh to transition from its current eProcurement provider easily and efficiently", continued Kane.The university has over 680 faculty members; awards and honors recognizing Lehigh faculty and alumni include the Nobel Prize, the Pulitzer Prize, Fulbright Fellowship, and membership in the American Academy of Arts & Sciences and the National Academy of Sciences.For more information visit: http://www.lehigh.edu/About Unimarket:Unimarket was formed in 2005 to deliver collaborative electronic procurement solutions for businesses using the latest technology to enable them to easily connect and transact with their suppliers in a single portal to save costs, improve efficiency, and reduce paperwork.