The DeepStream Blog

Read the latest procurement insights, tips and best practices.

In the complex world of government operations, procurement plays a crucial role by allocating public resources for goods and services. But beneath the surface of necessity is a dark reality: corruption. This widespread issue affects fair competition while undermining trust in public institutions and impacting economic progress.

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, sustainability isn’t simply a buzzword - it’s a mandate for success. Sustainable procurement has become a strategic imperative that drives innovation, mitigates risks, and future-proofs businesses for the challenges ahead. 

This article highlights the significance of digital transformation in procurement operations for businesses with high procurement spend. It underscores the legal risks associated with conducting complex procurement operations using emails and attachments, and the benefits of digitally transforming procurement processes onto a single, transparent and auditable digital platform.

We know from talking to our users (and our own bad experiences!) just how much complexity and stress can be involved in the process of bidding on a tender. Do you have all the documents to hand? What does a specified clause mean? When is the next deadline? How exactly are you expected to respond? All too often, requirements are vague and the responsibility is on a single person to figure it out by wading through a bunch of emails and documents.

Professionals working in procurement face a lot of daily challenges, from lack of technology to supply chain delays, with intense pressure to perform. With mounting demands and the stress of a recession, it’s not surprising that burnout can be an issue. How can you avoid burnout and maintain a healthy work-life balance?