London, UK, Dubai, UAE - Sunday, September 4th 2011 [ME NewsWire]
Global marine terminal operator, DP World, announced today (September 04) that it will be deploying BravoSolution’s eSourcingplatform globally over the next 24-36 months to help reduce operating costs and improve procurement operations. The implementation will be supported by Tejari, the leading B2B online marketplace in the Middle East and BravoSolution’s strategic partner in the UAE.
DP World’s Head Office Procurement has instituted a ‘BUY World’ programme which consists of corporate approved ‘centre-led’ procurement strategies and standards that aim to continuously improve procurement policies, processes, technology, capability and competencies to achieve a high-performance procurement culture amongst DP World’s 5,000 buyers globally. BravoSolution’s platform will enable DP World to roll out the BUY World programme smoothly, standardising internal procurement, increasing transparency on spending globally and improving efficiency and supply management processes.
DP World Director, Global Strategic Procurement, Carl Jansma, said:
“Our ‘Buy World’ programme initiatives will now be delivered more quickly and more efficiently through the global deployment of Tejari / BravoSolution eSourcing platform, helping us to deliver greater benefit within Purchasing and Supply Management functions at our 60 international terminals.”He added “‘Buy Worlds’ technology allows us to network every ‘buyer’, across functions, generating savings based on the philosophy of ‘Thinking globally; Performing locally.”
Suhail Al Banna, Chief Executive Officer at Tejari, said:
“Tejari will play an important role in the implementation, providing end-user training, support and eEnablement best practices to drive the successful adoption of the platform across the enterprise. Procurement has become a critical driver for global competitiveness. Organizations such as DP World are able to modernize and boost procurement performance by leveraging innovative web-based technologies.”
Nader Sabbaghian, CEO of BravoSolution, the global spend analysis& strategic sourcing specialists, commented:“Managing spend is more important and challenging than ever before given the economic environment and global nature of today’s business,” said. “DP World are showcasing their continued commitment to streamlining global complexities and reducing costs through this procurement initiative.”
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About DP World
DP World operates more than 60 terminals across six continents(1), with container handling generating around 80% of its revenue. In addition, the company currently has nine new developments and major expansions underway in nine countries.
DP World aims to enhance customers’ supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo. Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of nearly 30,000 people serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world.
The company constantly invests in terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.
In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 17 consecutive years.
In 2010, DP World handled nearly 50 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across its portfolio from the Americas to Asia. With a pipeline of expansion and development projects in key growth markets, including India, China and the Middle East, capacity is expected to rise to around 95 million TEU by 2020, in line with market demand.
www.dpworld.com
(1) As of 17 August 2011. Includes non-container terminals
About Tejari
Established in June 2000 by Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi, UAE Foreign Trade Minister, Tejari has become the premier e-Procurement and Supplier management technology provider in the region.
Tejari has played an important role in the modernization of procurement across the Middle East delivering substantial benefits to its clients through fundamental changes in their supplier relationship management. Over the past decade Tejari has assisted over 1,500 procurement professionals to engage in online sourcing activities with a community of over 50,000 suppliers.
Tejari has recently partnered with BravoSolution, a leading Supply Management technology provider to deliver a comprehensive suite of software solutions to organizations in the Middle East.
Tejari deeply understands what e-procurement means, not just for the region, but for the customers all over the world, which is why it is playing a pioneering role in transforming regional economies into internet-based sourcing environments, while exciting, educating and enabling businesses with the power to transact electronically.
About BravoSolution
BravoSolution, the spend analysis& strategic sourcing specialists, provides the tools and expertise procurement executives need to save money and improve profitability. BravoSolution offers innovative web-based technology for every aspect of the global supply chain, including eSourcing, supplier performance managementand high-definition sourcing. For more information on BravoSolution’s spend analysis and sourcing solutions, visit BravoSolution.com.
Analysts have seen that the right blend of skills, process, and technology improves a company's financial performance by 30 cents on every dollar spent. In their search for a partner that can help them achieve this level of excellence, companies turn to BravoSolution.
BravoSolution delivers valuable results to its numerous customers worldwide through its offices in China, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain, the Netherlands, the UK and the US.
BravoSolution has a team of more than 450 professionals serving 400 clients in 60 countries and its supply management software has been used by over 40,000 procurement professionals worldwide.
Contacts
For BravoSolution:
Sarah Clarke
Tel: +44 (0)20 7796 4170
s.clarke@bravosolution.com
For DP World:
Natasha Bukhari
Global Corporate Communications Manager
Tel: +97156 6821699
Natasha.Bukhari@dpworld.com
Hasaad Communications
Sanaa Maadad
Director, Media
Tel: +97150 5522610
sana@hasaad.ae
For For Tejari:
Imtiaz Ali
Tel : +9714-3913777
Imtiaz.Ali@tejari.com
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