NEPO implemented the Strategic Analysis System in order to improve visibility of procurement spend through analysis of suppliers, contracts, invoices and varying performance indicators. Its aim is to support a more strategic and commercial way of working by giving access to reliable, accurate and timely data. NEPO member authorities utilise a local version of the system to analyse spend down to invoice line item level detail. The system is fed with spend data from finance systems and contract data available from contract registers. A regional system is an option which allows for identification of collaboration opportunities and a review of the impact of regional spend within the local economy.
The following benefits have been realised by NEPO and its member authorities:
• Identification and elimination of off-contract spend
• Identification of gaps in contractual arrangements
• Assistance with work programme development
• Enhanced management reporting of spend across the authority. For example, supplier types including SME and Third Sector
NEPO are looking into the options for renewing this framework, therefore we urge interested suppliers to register on the NEPO Portal to ensure they are kept informed on opportunities to participate in any resulting tendering process.