CENTRALIZED PROCUREMENT PLATFORM WITH AUTOMATED MULTI-SUPPLIER INTEGRATION AND MOBILE OPTIMIZATION
卷宗概要
发明人
Charles Harrington; Alexander Hertz
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A system and method for centralized, automated procurement across multiple supplier platforms is disclosed. The centralized, mobile-optimized procurement system and process synchronizes in real-time with multiple supplier platforms, consolidates purchasing workflows, and supports intelligent decision-making through rule-based and AI-enhanced features. The disclosed system and method address inefficiencies in traditional procurement processes by introducing a centralized platform that aggregates supplier data, synchronizes inventory and pricing in real time, and enables automated order placement through intelligent agents. These agents, acting on behalf of the user, log into supplier websites using dedicated credentials and execute transactions without requiring supplier-side integration. The system maintains segmented data silos to ensure confidentiality across clients and suppliers, and supports dynamic cart management, including error handling, substitution recommendations, and business rule enforcement. Additionally, the platform is optimized for mobile use, overcoming limitations of conventional punch-out systems, and integrates with enterprise resource planning systems to provide real-time budget visibility.
原文(中文)
A system and method for centralized, automated procurement across multiple supplier platforms is disclosed. The centralized, mobile-optimized procurement system and process synchronizes in real-time with multiple supplier platforms, consolidates purchasing workflows, and supports intelligent decision-making through rule-based and AI-enhanced features. The disclosed system and method address inefficiencies in traditional procurement processes by introducing a centralized platform that aggregates supplier data, synchronizes inventory and pricing in real time, and enables automated order placement through intelligent agents. These agents, acting on behalf of the user, log into supplier websites using dedicated credentials and execute transactions without requiring supplier-side integration. The system maintains segmented data silos to ensure confidentiality across clients and suppliers, and supports dynamic cart management, including error handling, substitution recommendations, and business rule enforcement. Additionally, the platform is optimized for mobile use, overcoming limitations of conventional punch-out systems, and integrates with enterprise resource planning systems to provide real-time budget visibility.