Both platforms streamline the procurement process, ensuring ADA compliance and efficient communication between departments. Overall CSUN is utilizing technology well but it recognizes that there is always room for importance. The institution is currently exploring the possibility of introducing AI into many processes across campus. The goal would be to provide additional resources for the campus community to answer their questions related to the procurement process to lessen the volume of questions coming into the procurement team. SECURING A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR PROCUREMENT Looking ahead, CSUN is focused on enhancing its procurement and supply chain processes through continuous improvement and training. One major initiative is the continued development of an online, self-paced training module for the P-Card program. This initiative aims to make training more accessible and efficient, ensuring all cardholders are well-versed in the program’s guidelines. By doing this CSUN’s procurement team can free up a lot of time for its P-Card Coordinator to be able to work on other things in the operation. CSUN is also strengthening its community engagement and partnerships wherever it can. While CSUN’s procurement team does not directly handle community partnerships, the institution engages with local businesses through sponsorship agreements, particularly for athletic programs. These strategic partnerships support campus activities while adhering to state regulations, but more importantly, they provide the procurement team with a large line of support when it comes to meeting the needs of the CSUN student body. These partnerships are crucial for campus activities and are managed within regulatory frameworks. Ultimately, CSUN’s procurement and supply chain 127 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 09 CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY: NORTHRIDGE
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