indkøbsvolumen
Indkøbsvolumen is the total quantity or value of goods and services purchased by an organization during a defined period. It is used as a measure of the scale and activity of procurement operations. The volume can be expressed in physical units (such as pieces, liters, kilograms, or meters) or in monetary terms, and it is often analyzed by category, supplier, or contract to support planning and performance assessment.
Calculation and data sources: The volume is usually calculated as the sum of all procured items within
Relation to procurement spend: Indkøbsvolumen is distinct from procurement spend, which measures expenditure or cost. The
Drivers and management: Factors that influence volume include demand forecasts, inventory policies, seasonality, contract terms, and
Applications: Procurement teams use indkøbsvolumen to forecast demand, negotiate with suppliers, plan capacity, and monitor performance
Ethics and governance: Ensure accurate measurement, prevent double counting, and align volume targets with corporate governance