An Organization is run by processes and systems it establishes & not by its people.
Procure to Pay Process [P2P Process]
The purchase order (PO) process is a key part of a business's operational
activities. It involves the following steps:
I. Identify the need – By Various Departments
II. Approval – Respective Dept will prepare a Requisition & will get it
approved by the authorized person.
III. Create a purchase requisition -
IV. Send out requests for quotation (RFQ)
V. Analyze and select a vendor
VI. Negotiate contract and create a PO
VII. Send PO to supplier
VIII. Receive goods or services
IX. Receive and check invoice
X. Authorize invoice and pay the vendor
XI. Record keeping
A PO is a legal document that authorizes a purchase of goods or services. A
purchase order (PO) is an official document, created by the buyer, which
authorizes a purchase transaction for goods or services from a supplier.
They formalize the purchase process and allow us to track progress. They are
legally binding when accepted by the supplier. They are a key part of auditing
the transactions.
An Organization is run by processes and systems it establishes & not by its people.