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We’re transforming our supply chain to build stronger and more strategic partnerships that power growth. This includes process re-engineering, technology simplification, and operating model changes to make it easier and more efficient for you to partner with us.

Together, we look forward to deepening our partnership and lifting your supply chain experience.

How we’re improving our supply chain and what you need to know

Our transformation is underpinned by two major technology programmes. These will enhance our procurement and third party risk management processes and the associated partner experience. By leveraging industry-leading, cloud-based platforms and SAP Business Network, we are enhancing transparency, improving efficiency, and uplifting your experience across our global supply chain.

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Contact your Standard Chartered representative if you have any questions or concerns. Bookmark this page for ongoing updates to help make your transition experience smooth, simple and supported.

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Procure to Pay Transformation with SAP Ariba

We are lifting the procurement experience and how we manage orders, invoicing and payments via a paperless operational model enabled by SAP Ariba.​

What you need to know as a supplier

All suppliers are strongly recommended to register on the SAP Business Network to ensure seamless collaboration and streamlined processes. Those who do not onboard may continue to transact through existing channels but may experience limited access to certain efficiencies and capabilities available on the network.

Suppliers will be required to participate in future e-auctions via the SAP Business Network, preferably as registered users or through a basic supplier guest account.

Important information for Kenya-based suppliers

We are pleased to share that Kenya will be the first market to transition downstream procurement to SAP Ariba on 3 November 2025, paving the way for a broader rollout across all markets by 2026.

This marks an important milestone for the Bank in modernising our procurement function and strengthening integration with our suppliers.

If you are a Kenya-based supplier, you would have already received a communication with important details on the transition, along with a set of frequently asked questions (FAQs).

Please note: The November transition impacts Kenya suppliers only. There are no changes to suppliers in other markets until further notice.

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Elevating Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) with OneTPRM

We are significantly transforming and uplifting our Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) experience with OneTPRM, our new unified platform powered by ProcessUnity. This platform will enable our partners to conduct all TPRM activities within a single system.

Strategic State TPRM Benefits – what our partners can expect:

  • Seamless onboarding including a reduction in duplicative information requests
  • Clearer & more timely communications across the TPRM process​
  • Enhanced transparency into arrangement status’ and next steps​
  • A simpler & more streamlined experience when partnering with Standard Chartered

Next steps

In the coming months, we will keep you updated on the progress of our phased roll-out plan, including transition timelines and what you need to do. Roll-out will begin with Financial Services Providers in Q4 2025, followed by Vendors/Suppliers in Q1 2026.

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