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Procurement evaluation & award · Core

Segregation of duties

Also called: separation of duties, SoD, procurement SoD

ELI5

Separation of requesting, approving, ordering and paying responsibilities.

Used in conversation

“Compare segregation of duties with the same cohort and period before drawing a conclusion.”

Pitch context

You will see “Segregation of duties” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches procurement evaluation & award.

Why it matters: In procurement evaluation & award, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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