Should You Outsource Procurement?
A 7-question scorecard for UK SMEs and mid-market businesses
Tap the option that best describes your business. The total updates as you go.
Total score 0 / 14
YOUR RESULT
WHAT YOUR SCORE MEANS
0 to 5
DO NOTHING FOR NOW
Setup is adequate or you are below the spend threshold. Tidy what you have and revisit in 12 months.
6 to 9
FRACTIONAL OR SELECTIVE IN-HOUSE
Real gaps but not enough scale to outsource fully. Fractional procurement leadership is the strongest fit.
10 to 14
STRONG OUTSOURCING FIT
Spend, capability, growth and leadership distraction all align. A full outsourced function is likely the best route.
Not every business needs outsourced procurement. Every business needs effective procurement.