Educational Procurement Journal - March 2008 - (Page 19) SPECIAL ADVER TISING SECTION PRODUCT PROFILE Edge with the Power of Group Purchasing rovista, one of the country’s leading group purchasing organizations (GPO), is dedicated to lowering and controlling supply costs for educa education and health care organizations. Provista’s agreements are contracted and managed by Novation, the nation’s largest contracting services company. Its core business is helping colleges and universities achieve their supply chain objectives. By combining purchasing volume and leveraging purchasing power to competitively bid agreements with manufacturers, distributors, and other vendors, Provista helps increase savings and efficiencies for its customers. Through Novation, customers are provided the most competitive and extensive portfolio available. In 2007, Provista customers purchased more than $3.2 billion in supplies using Novation contracts. Through a continuous portfolio review, Provista ensures customers receive constant access to the best pricing on the products and services they use. In 2007, Provista introduced business service solutions to provide a broader spectrum of offerings to its customers. From innovative online contract management and analytical tools via a secure Web site to a team of dedicated sales representatives with vast amounts of industry experience and expertise, Provista partners with customers to control costs, increase productivity, and maximize purchasing power. For more information about Provista, visit www.Provistaco.com. “Our purchasing and business services provide best-inclass solutions in supply chain procurement, finance, and human resources, said Russell Hall, Provista vice ” president. “With these new contracts, Provista customers will be able to streamline processes and resources throughout their organizations. We offer contracts in human resources, IT and communications, and a variety of support services. ” Provista: Get the Competitive P Provista partners with its customers to maximize savings and value by providing: • Low Fare Promise • Fare Shopping • Online Booking Tool • 24/7 Assistance • Emergency Travel Assistance • Emergency Medical Assistance • Concierge Services • Athletic, Student Abroad & Groups • Fly America Act Certified • Specializes in Collegiate Travel Contact Marathon Travel to learn more about the E&I Travel Management contract. 866.482.7391 • www.e-itravel.com Visit us at NAEP’s Annual Conference, Booth #531 www.naepnet.org EDUCATIONAL PROCUREMENT JOURNAL 19 http://www.Provistaco.com http://www.e-itravel.com http://www.Provistaco.com http://www.naepnet.org
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