Richland, WA
Contractors at the Hanford Site have teamed up to launch a new ordering system that speeds up supply requests while improving security and efficiency.
Hanford Field Office contractors — Hanford Mission Integration Solutions (of which North Wind Solutions is a critical subcontractor), Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure, and Central Plateau Cleanup Company — now use a streamlined supply ordering system to simplify purchases and easily track electronic billing.
The online catalog, supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Supply Chain Management Center, provides a one-stop shop for thousands of supplies with prenegotiated deals, offering better prices and service.
“The new ordering system is already saving us a lot of time,” said Erin Snodgrass, purchasing card program manager and procurement support specialist at Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure. “It’s been a team effort, and we’re excited to see the cost savings.”
The previous purchasing system, custom-made for Hanford nearly 20 years ago, lacked modern features. Now, users can access predefined or custom reports to help with tracking orders and transactions.
The updated system reduces the number of tools contractors need and replaces a complex, outdated process.
Full Article Source: DOE-EM Update Newsletter, Vol. 16, Issue 12
