About OECM
OECM: Your Trusted Collaborative Sourcing Partner for Ontario’s Education Sector and Beyond
OECM, short for Ontario Education Collaborative Marketplace, is a not-for-profit organization that has been serving the education sector and broader public sector in Ontario since 2006. OECM's mission is to help its clients achieve their procurement goals by providing them with access to a wide range of competitively priced goods and services through collaborative sourcing.
As a collaborative sourcing partner, OECM brings together buyers from various organizations to leverage their collective purchasing power. By pooling their resources, these organizations can negotiate better deals with suppliers and achieve significant cost savings without compromising on quality or service.
One of the key benefits of working with OECM is its extensive network of pre-qualified suppliers. These suppliers have gone through a rigorous selection process to ensure that they meet OECM's high standards for quality, reliability, and ethical business practices. This means that clients can trust that they are getting the best value for their money when they work with OECM.
Another advantage of working with OECM is its expertise in procurement. The organization has a team of experienced procurement professionals who are well-versed in the latest trends and best practices in procurement. They work closely with clients to understand their needs and develop customized solutions that meet those needs while also delivering cost savings.
OECM offers a wide range of goods and services across multiple categories, including facilities management, IT hardware/software/services, office supplies/furniture/equipment/printing services/telecom equipment/services/travel management/energy management/sustainability consulting/professional development/training & e-learning solutions/marketing & communications/advertising/promotional products/catering & food services/security systems & services/audiovisual equipment/services/healthcare products & services/lab supplies/equipment/scientific equipment/supplies/maintenance repair operations (MRO) supplies/equipment/logistics/distribution/waste management/recycling/environmental consulting/architectural/engineering/construction (A/E/C) consulting/services/legal services/human resources/temporary staffing/permanent recruitment/executive search/financial advisory/banking/investment management/insurance/risk management/taxation/accounting/bookkeeping/payroll processing.
In addition to its core procurement offerings, OECM also provides value-added services such as supplier performance monitoring/reporting/benchmarking/compliance tracking/risk assessment/supplier diversity program support/business continuity planning/disaster recovery planning/emergency preparedness training/vendor managed inventory (VMI)/e-procurement tools/support/customer service/help desk support/training/webinars/workshops/networking events/conferences/seminars/research reports/newsletters/blogs/social media updates etc., which help clients optimize their supply chain operations further.
Overall, if you're looking for an efficient way to procure goods and services while achieving significant cost savings without compromising on quality or service levels - look no further than OECM! With over 15 years' experience serving Ontario's education sector as well as broader public sector organizations across Canada - we have the expertise you need to succeed!