In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, smart procurement strategies can make or break your bottom line. That’s where a Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) like Entegra comes in. Designed to drive savings, efficiency, and performance, Entegra helps hotels, restaurants, and other businesses get the most value from every dollar spent. But how do you know it’s working? 

Here are five key metrics to monitor when you partner with a GPO like Entegra.

1. Cost Savings Percentage

The most immediate benefit of GPO membership is savings on procurement. Entegra leverages over $42 billion in purchasing power to unlock savings on food, supplies, equipment, and services. This simple KPI shows the return on your GPO investment in real terms.

2. Program Utilization Rate

Joining a GPO is just the first step fully using the program is what drives value. Keep an eye on your program utilization rate: the percentage of your total spend that flows through GPO-contracted suppliers. Entegra’s client support teams help identify underused categories and optimize your procurement strategy to increase this metric.

3. Compliance to Preferred Products

Entegra, negotiates better value on products and brands. The more you buy these items, the more you save. Track your compliance rate to preferred SKUs and suppliers to ensure your team is aligned with the purchasing plan—and capturing maximum value.

4. Time to ROI

How quickly do you start seeing results? Entegra is built to deliver rapid ROI, often within weeks. Monitor your time to ROI by calculating how long it takes for savings and operational efficiencies to surpass any implementation or transition costs. For many operators, it’s faster than expected.

5. Operational Efficiency Gains

While cost savings are essential, don’t overlook the value of process improvements. Entegra’s procurement tools, analytics, and advisory services can streamline ordering, reduce waste, and improve vendor management. Look at metrics like reduced invoice errors, improved delivery accuracy, and faster procurement cycles to measure your efficiency gains.

Why Metrics Matter

Monitoring these five metrics helps you quantify the full impact of your GPO partnership. With Entegra, you get more than cost savings, you gain a strategic ally that helps your business grow smarter. By tracking performance and optimizing your procurement approach, you ensure that GPO membership continues to deliver results long after the initial sign-up.

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