How EPRO, powered by Entegra, is different 

The latest procure-to-pay platforms (P2P) for hospitality and foodservice businesses aligns savvy procurement managers, finance and accounting roles. The best-in-class tools also fit within an ecosystem of data and digital solutions designed to make purchasing a seamless experience. 

What is procure to pay (P2P)? 

Procure to pay is part of the procurement process that encompasses all the steps involved in purchasing goods and services, from identifying a need, to making the final payment to the supplier. It's an end-to-end cycle that integrates procurement, operations and finance functions, aiming to streamline purchasing activities, improve efficiency and control costs. 

How does procure to pay work? 

At the foundation of a procure-to-pay system are the following steps: 

1. Identify suppliers and products that meet your needs. The procure to pay system should have your supplier catalogs already loaded into the platform.
2. Create a purchase order. Use the system for routing and approvals, ensuring that all ordering details are transparent and tracked.
3. Log invoices into the procure to pay system. Receive purchases, review and enter invoices into the system for seamless tracking and processing. 

Not all procure to pay systems are the same, however. EPRO, powered by Entegra, provides benefits that span the entire purchasing process. 

How is Entegra’s digital procurement tool different from other procure to pay systems? 

While the procurement process is similar from one P2P system to another, eProcurement platform offers several differences that allow operators to streamline their purchasing processes even further. 

1. Product catalogs connected for you. Entegra manages the marketplace, connecting supplier integrations and catalogs, taking the workload off your team.
2. Access any supplier. You aren’t limited to Entegra suppliers. You can connect all your suppliers to manage all your purchasing from the platform.
3. Opt-in to automation for accounting. Tackle invoice processing and tracking with less manual work involved.
4. Pay less through Entegra’s GPO. As a group purchasing organization (GPO), Entegra can secure lower fees for EPRO. And, with Entegra, your savings could be significantly lower than what you can secure on your own. 

Beyond the tool, Entegra's team of digital and client service experts, who help with seamless onboarding, supplier integration and day-to-day play use, play a key role in behind-the-scenes support and service. 

A suite of tools designed to make procurement easier, more efficient 

EPRO, powered by Entegra, is just one tool in the Entegra data and digital toolbox. From the client platform Entegra PurchasingIQ and our proprietary AI-powered Entegra Shopping Assistant, Entegra’s technology solutions give operators unmatched purchasing insights. 

By leveraging Entegra’s full suite of digital solutions, procurement and operations teams can maximize Entegra’s entire offering by purchasing more effectively, while gaining greater transparency and enhanced reporting capabilities. 

“We recognize that hospitality-driven operations are increasingly under pressure to do more with less. Leveraging Entegra’s suite of technology tools, including our new P2P solution, EPRO, powered by Entegra, will enable procurement teams to make better data-driven decisions, drive better purchasing outcomes and support better customer experiences for their operations,” Adrian Cox, SVP, Data Management and Digital Solutions, Entegra. 

Benefits of using EPRO, powered by Entegra 

• Simplify procurement. Reduce manual processes and improve order accuracy
• Integrate vendor management. Streamline purchasing and payments
• Improve efficiency. Save time and resources by reducing administrative workload
• Onboard with ease. Entegra’s team of experts supports onboarding with swift implementation and seamless, easy workflows 

Ready to See What Entegra Can Do for You? 

If you’re looking for a smarter way to save — and grow — let’s talk. Discover how Entegra’s sourcing strategies, advisory services and extensive supplier network can help you perform at your best. 

Contact us today to schedule your personalized demo and start unlocking value across your organization.