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Source to Pay (S2P) Transformation Program is Coming!

 

What is the S2P Transformation Program?

The S2P Program is a strategic initiative aimed at transforming and enhancing Kaiser Permanente’s (KP) supply chain operations.  The program seeks to implement KP SMARTsupply, incorporating best-in-class technologies, streamlined processes, and an enhanced supplier experience.

How does the S2P Program Benefit Suppliers?

The program intends to strengthen KP and supplier partnerships by:

  • Simplifying the sourcing and contracting process for suppliers to bid on goods and services
  • Enabling faster payments to suppliers with better data accuracy and streamlined procure to pay cycles
  • Launching a new supplier portal to improve supplier experience
  • Enhancing electronic invoicing and messaging for digital business-to-business (B2B) communications
  • Utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to expand digital invoices processing
  • Improving the accuracy of KP’s master data including supplier and product information

What Will Suppliers Need to Do?

  • Look for emails from Kaiser Permanente Supply Chain Services providing additional details about S2P changes and potential impact to processes with Kaiser Permanente.
  • Check back regularly on Kaiser Permanente Supplier Website, https://supplier.kp.org for more S2P Transformation Program updates.

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