The relatively small number of specialist contracts in this field across the public sector could be an indication due to the lack of awareness around spend management tools, taking into consideration that many organisations still rely on inefficient legacy software or paper-based systems for their expenses. Specialist spend management suppliers are coming to market with solutions that bring more efficiency in the day-to-day administration of NHS trusts, universities, councils and central government departments.
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