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These reports show the time
and money you spend processing requests. They can show where your process
is working well, and highlight areas where you might improve the process
to maximize the benefits of using Ariba Buyer. For example, the reports
might reveal that some types of requests take longer to process, indicating
that a change in process could reduce delays.
| This report |
Displays |
| Requisition Average Cycle Time Analysis
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The average number of days required
to approve requests within a specified time period, with requests
grouped by amount.
Typically, requests with lower amounts take less approval time
because fewer people are involved in the approval process. If the
report indicates otherwise, you might want to reevaluate the criteria
on which approval flows are based, or change the monetary limits
that trigger approvals.
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| Requisition Volume Over Time |
The total amount spent every month,
followed by a summary of the average amount of each request. Use this
report to reveal trends in how you purchase goods over a period of
time. The report is also useful for determining Ariba Buyer usage.
For example, you can compare the amount spent each month using Ariba
Buyer against the total amount spent, to determine the percentage
of request volume being sent through Ariba Buyer. |
| Catalog vs. Non-Catalog Orders |
A summary of the amount spent on catalog
items and non-catalog items during a specified time period. This report
helps you evaluate whether a catalog meets your needs. For example,
if more money is consistently spent on non-catalog items, and if the
same non-catalog items are consistently ordered, you can arrange to
have those items added to a catalog to reduce costs. |
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