Chapter 4

The 12 Problems of Procurement

As the 12 problems manifest, profit margin gets eroded, and the ability to manage risk diminishes.

We’ve been deep diving on procurement with the industry for many years, across many thousands of conversations with contractors of all sizes. The same challenges keep coming up.

We’ve distilled these down to the 12 Problems of Procurement.

The impact of these problems is ultimately felt by the people, the projects, and the bottom line.

This chapter articulates common challenges faced right across the industry - you’re not alone. The good news is, all of these challenges can also be addressed.

The underlying problem is poor connectivity

In this chapter

The first step to better building

4.1 – Breaking down each problem of procurement

A quick run down of each problem, their symptoms, and their root causes.

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4.2 – Can’t solve supply chain, without procurement

Practical guidance on solving these 12 problems in your business, including an exclusive webinar with industry voices.

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Go to chapter 4.2

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