University Purchasing & Management Co-op Improves Efficiency

UPMC was in search of an overall web-solution that not only met their met their needs functionally but was a good representation of their high standards. Acumium was able to match their needs by a well designed and well planned website.
Formed in 1932 on the University of Wisconsin - Madison campus, the University Purchasing & Management Cooperative's (UPMC) purpose is to supply its members with superior services and commodities at substantial savings.

Acumium worked with UPMC to determine the following objectives:
  • Reduce the amount of effort required to administer coop communications;
  • Visual design that reflected their high standards;
  • Increase their level of service to members;
  • Establish a cost-effective framework that will easily adapt to new technology as their business evolved.

The Acumium Solution

Acumium developed an easy-to-use database-driven website for UPMC with a browser-based administrative interface with features including:
  • A custom-developed set of Web tools to reduce the amount of time/effort it takes to administer site content.
  • Easier access to primary site information and more updated content to members.
  • A clean, crisp visual design that positioned UPMC as a high-quality service provider.
  • A website design that provides flexibility for UPMC to extend the site offerings, without need for a complete re-design.
  • A searchable member directory. Members can manage their own information, promote their organization, and post events.
  • A searchable vendor directory. Vendors can manage their own information, detail the services they provide, and provide up-to-date information about specials and new services.
These features dramatically improved UPMC efficiencies in ordering and providing information about its products and services and maintaining vendor records.