For subcontractors, procurement is a constant balancing act—managing supplier availability, controlling costs, and keeping projects on schedule can be a real challenge.
For Planning Management Limited (PML), finding the right suppliers, securing competitive pricing, and eliminating time-consuming procurement processes were key priorities. That’s why they turned to The Build Chain—and the results speak for themselves.
With faster quotes, lower costs, and an expanded supplier network, The Build Chain helped PML streamline procurement and improve efficiency. Here’s how.
The Challenge: Managing Procurement Efficiently
Like many subcontractors, PML faced common procurement struggles:
❌ Limited supplier options meant they were restricted to the same suppliers, missing out on potential cost savings.
❌ Price uncertainty—without access to real-time comparisons, ensuring the best deal was difficult.
❌ Time-consuming procurement—chasing suppliers for quotes often delayed project timelines.
❌ Project delays caused by late deliveries—finding suppliers with the right materials at the right time was a challenge.
They needed a smarter way to source materials—quickly, cost-effectively, and without the hassle.
The Solution: Smarter Procurement with The Build Chain
By adopting The Build Chain, PML gained access to a digital procurement platform that connected them with multiple suppliers, provided instant price comparisons, and improved efficiency.
What They Had to Say:
💬 Paul Leivers, Managing Director:
“The Build Chain has completely changed how we source materials. The ability to instantly access multiple suppliers, compare quotes, and secure the best prices has been a game changer for us. We’ve cut costs, sped up procurement, and improved supplier relationships—all in one platform.”
💬 Jordan Henry, QS:
“For us, it’s all about efficiency and cost control. The Build Chain has made procurement incredibly easy—quotes come in super fast, we can compare suppliers instantly, and the platform helps us make informed, cost-effective decisions. It’s now a key part of our procurement process.”
Here’s how The Build Chain helped PML transform their procurement process:
✅ 4x New Suppliers Added to Their Supply Chain
Instead of relying on the same old suppliers, PML was matched with four new, trusted merchants, giving them better service and more competitive pricing options.
✅ Lower Prices Than Their Existing Supply Chain
With access to a broader network of suppliers, PML was able to secure lower-cost materials, reducing overall project expenses.
✅ Competitive Quotes for Maximum Cost Savings
By receiving multiple supplier quotes at once, they could compare prices and choose the best deal every time.
✅ Local Suppliers, Faster Deliveries
The platform matched PML with local suppliers near their site, reducing lead times and delivery costs, ensuring materials arrived on time, every time.
✅ Super-Fast Quote Turnaround
Instead of waiting days for pricing, PML received instant, competitive quotes, allowing them to make fast, informed decisions and keep projects moving without delays.
The Results: Faster, Smarter, and More Cost-Effective Procurement
By switching to The Build Chain, PML achieved:
✔️ Significant cost savings by accessing more competitive pricing.
✔️ More supplier options—no longer limited to their existing network.
✔️ Faster procurement processes, eliminating delays and inefficiencies.
✔️ Better supplier relationships, ensuring long-term benefits.
💡 The Build Chain has become an essential part of their procurement process—saving time, reducing costs, and ensuring smooth project delivery.
Final Thoughts: The Power of Digital Procurement
The construction industry is evolving, and subcontractors who embrace digital procurement are saving time, cutting costs, and keeping projects on track.
Planning Management Limited is proof that digital procurement works.
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