What is Sm@rtBuy?
Sm@rtBuy is York’s on-line procurement system that streamlines purchasing, allowing for significant time savings for everyone currently involved in purchasing for operational or departmental needs.
It is a web-based integrated marketplace which provides an easy-to-use shopping style cart environment for York Faculty and Staff, similar to regular online shopping.
Quick Links
Department Websites:
Strategic Procurement Services Website
University Services Centre (USC) Website
Why use Sm@rtBuy?
Features
- Allows for the following purchases:
- Catalogue – quick shop/ship items with preferred suppliers
- non-Catalogue – goods or services not available in supplier Catalogues
- Provides greater transparency and visibility into purchase orders through the platform, as well as access to related documents (i.e. invoice).
- Provides automated routing and approval process consistent with the Signing Authority Register.
- Allows for price comparison between supplier catalogues, making it easier for shoppers to find, compare and select products.
- Single sign-on, eliminating the need for multiple usernames and passwords for different supplier website logins.
Benefits
- Lower Prices: York will be better placed to leverage improved pricing by maximizing our relationships with preferred vendors in Sm@rtBuy.
- Accessible: Sm@rtBuy is accessible, accessible from any computer anywhere the internet connects you.
- Comparison Shopping: Allows Shoppers to browse and compare products from the most current supplier Catalogue that reflects pre-negotiated pricing.
- Environmentally Friendly: Sm@rtbuy is a paperless process, it helps reduce our carbon footprint.
What can I order on Sm@rtBuy?
Sm@rtBuy hosts all kinds of suppliers – from office and lab supplies, to on-campus food vendors, and computer equipment. Login to Sm@rtBuy to see a full list, or take a look at York’s Pan-University VORs.
