How SmartBuy Automated Procurement with Low-Code Technology
Introduction
SmartBuy is an advanced procurement solution built on Microsoft Power Apps, designed to help organizations streamline their procurement processes while avoiding the high costs and inflexibility of traditional systems. Created by Intelligenes, SmartBuy leverages Microsoft’s low-code environment to offer exceptional efficiency, reliability, and return on investment (ROI).
The Challenge
The Intelligenes team identified a major gap in the market: existing procurement solutions are often rigid and packed with unnecessary features, forcing organizations to pay for functionalities they don’t need. These solutions also lack the customization and scalability required by modern businesses, making it difficult to adapt to specific organizational needs and impeding efficient procurement management.
Solution
To tackle these issues, SmartBuy was developed using Microsoft Power Apps and Power Automate. After extensive research into market needs and available tools, the solution was designed to be fully customizable, allowing organizations to tailor it to their exact requirements. SmartBuy resolves key pain points by offering flexibility and seamless integration with Microsoft Teams, making procurement processes easily accessible for Office 365 users.
With SmartBuy, users can:
- Submit purchase requests for approval.
- Choose and manage preferred vendors.
- Implement chain approvals for better financial oversight.
- Enter product details such as price, quantity, delivery date, and payment method.
Outcome
By automating internal procurement workflows, SmartBuy provides a flexible and integrated solution that works seamlessly with Microsoft Teams. The app enables users to input product information and manage vendor preferences, making it a valuable tool for both large companies and SMEs. SmartBuy enhances efficiency, simplifies procurement, and delivers a more customized, effective approach to procurement management.