Procurement
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noun
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verb
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(As a noun)
Procurement ( noun )
The act or process of obtaining or acquiring goods or services, typically for a business or organization.
Origin:
From the latin procurare, meaning 'to take care of' or 'to manage'.
Examples:
- The procurement of the new office supplies was completed efficiently and within budget.
- The procurement department is responsible for acquiring all the necessary materials for the construction project.
- The company has a strict policy for procurement to ensure that all acquisitions are made ethically and sustainably.
- The procurement of raw materials is a critical aspect of the manufacturing process.
- Effective procurement strategies can lead to significant cost savings for a business.
(As a verb)
Procurement ( verb )
The act or process of obtaining or acquiring goods or services, typically for a business or organization.
Origin:
From the latin procurare, meaning 'to take care of' or 'to manage'.
Examples:
- The procurement of the new office supplies was completed efficiently and within budget.
- The procurement department is responsible for acquiring all the necessary materials for the construction project.
- The company has a strict policy for procurement to ensure that all acquisitions are made ethically and sustainably.
- The procurement of raw materials is a critical aspect of the manufacturing process.
- Effective procurement strategies can lead to significant cost savings for a business.