Punchout Ordering

Simplifying Procurement Workflows with Browns Books

Punchout ordering is a digital procurement solution that enables educational institutions and organizations to seamlessly integrate Browns Books' catalogue with their internal procurement systems. It provides a streamlined process for browsing, selecting, and ordering products, helping users comply with procurement regulations while simplifying workflows.

This is particularly valuable for organizations subject to formal procurement practices, such as those governed by the UK Procurement Act 2023, which emphasizes transparency, accountability, and efficiency in public sector purchasing.

Key Benefits of Punchout Ordering

Simplified Procurement Workflows


  • Direct Integration: Connects Browns Books' catalogue directly with your organization’s procurement system (e.g., Oracle, Hoge, iCompleat, PECOS). This eliminating manual data entry or switching between systems.
  • Efficient Purchasing Experience: Users can access a personalised catalogue, search for books, and add them to their basket. Basket details are then automatically transferred back to the procurement system as a purchase requisition, reducing errors and saving time.

Compliance with Procurement Practices


  • Adherence to Regulations: The punchout process supports structured workflows and approval hierarchies, helping organizations comply school and public sector guidelines.
  • Transparency and Accountability: Detailed records of purchases are maintained within the procurement system, ensuring audit readiness and compliance reporting.
  • Approval Workflow Integration: Orders are routed through the organization's internal approval process, ensuring that all purchases are reviewed and authorized before submission.

Requirements for Using Punchout Ordering

To use punchout ordering with Browns Books, your organization must ensure that your procurement provider supports punchout functionality. Once compatibility is confirmed, contact Browns Books' customer services team to request the necessary credentials for integration. Our team is available to guide you through the setup process for a seamless implementation

For further assistance, our customer care team can guide you through the setup process to ensure a seamless implementation.

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