Atamis is thrilled to showcase a remarkable collaboration with one of our esteemed clients, Maximus, a leading provider of employment, health and disability support programmes. For more than 75 years they have been dedicated to helping people who are typically disadvantaged in the labour market. This case study illuminates the transformative journey undertaken by the client in revolutionising their procurement operations with the implementation of Atamis’ cutting-edge procurement software.
Maximus UK is a trusted partner to both Government and Business. They are committed to helping people through challenging times, facilitating employment, access to support, and fostering success in workplaces and communities. As their business has grown and diversified, they faced unique challenges necessitating a comprehensive and intuitive procurement software system. Having disparate data sources and working from multiple spreadsheets became unsustainable for Maximus UK as they expanded their services. They required a centralised platform to provide accurate insights swiftly.
Unlocked Benefits
Maximus sought a solution to establish robust procurement procedures and mandatory steps to ensure consistency and ease of adoption by their developing team. However, following the implementation of Atamis they observed many additional improvements in their procurement operations including:
Unified Data Source
Atamis provided a single source of truth, eliminating the need to work from disparate data sources and spreadsheets. This streamlined data management and enhanced accuracy in procurement decision-making.
Streamline Procurement Procedures
The client successfully established robust procurement procedures and mandatory steps within the Atamis platform, ensuring consistency and adherence to best practices across their team.
Driving Efficiency
Maximus’ team drives efficiency from the top down. Implementing Atamis made the procurement department easier to work with, increasing engagement from other areas of the business.
Supplier Community Engagement
Maximus works closely with communities all over the UK and relies on a Community Partner Network to address local queries and issues. Atamis facilitated seamless engagement with suppliers, nurturing a community-driven approach to procurement.
Sustainability Integration
Maximus can now incorporate and drive sustainability in their procurement function, track supplier sustainability metrics and make informed decisions to support their long-term sustainability goals.
Long-Term Goal Prioritisation
By leveraging Atamis, Maximus took a significant step towards achieving their long-term procurement goals. From nurturing supplier relationships to driving sustainability, Atamis is committed to supporting Maximus on their journey towards procurement excellence.
“The implementation of Atamis will usher in a new way of approaching risk management; by providing a comprehensive view of the entire supply chain, Maximus UK can identify risks before they become issues.” Filip Leonard, Maximus Group Head of Supply Chain, Procurement and Social Value
The partnership between Atamis and Maximus underscores the transformative potential of modern procurement software in driving operational efficiency and achieving strategic procurement objectives. By embracing Atamis, clients are well-positioned to navigate the complexities of procurement with confidence, agility and sustainability.
