PROCUREMENT TECHNOLOGY
Robotic process automation is reshaping procurement functions, enabling teams to shift focus from repetitive tasks to high-value strategic activities that drive business performance.
More and more procurement teams are looking for ways to free up staff to focus on the strategic aspect of their operation.
One way in which teams are freeing up room is with robotic process automation( RPA).
It is helping to take staff away from the repetitive, manual tasks which have long taken up valuable resources. This move is not just there to obtain efficiency gains – it represents an evolution, allowing procurement professionals to offer new avenues in order to contribute to business success.
“ RPA is driving all key performance indicators, not just efficiency,” explains Krish Vengat N., Vice President Consulting at GEP.“ Our clients are automating transactional procurement tasks like invoice processing, PO creation and vendor onboarding using RPA – and seeing strong returns in speed, accuracy and cost savings.”
The next generation of procurement automation Whilst RPA has traditionally focused on improving the efficiency of existing workflows, the technology is now being reimagined and integrated with more sophisticated AI capabilities.
122 September 2025