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Off-contract spend

Sourcing and Procurement

Definition

Off-contract spend is purchasing that happens outside the terms of an existing contract, typically at higher prices and without the protections that the contract provides. It is one of the most common sources of avoidable supply chain leakage.

Why it matters

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