Cat Integrated Procurement, or Cat IP, connects a dealer’s tailored parts catalog to your procurement system and supports the requisition-to-purchase order process. For businesses that buy a high volume of parts with procurement software, we are delivering a seamless experience that meets your purchasing needs with Cat IP.

The right Cat parts delivered exactly when and where you need them – that’s what helps to keep your Cat equipment and your operation running smoothly. Utilizing Cat IP while on the job provides a variety of potential benefits and transaction types we support.

 

POTENTIAL BENEFITS:

  • Faster PO Generation
  • Place Orders Within Your Own System
  • Less Manual Entry
  • Simplified Purchasing Process
  • Fewer Rejected POs
  • Fewer Duplicate Orders
  • Asset Cost Allocation
  • Approval Control

Cat IP supports different online functionalities through various transaction types. More are available, but the key transaction types provide the following functionality:

  • Access to 24/7 parts price & availability: Get real-time, accurate parts and pricing information before placing the order with a dealer. Caterpillar’s Hosted Catalog (Punchout) even links with SIS (Service Information System) for a more defined parts searching experience.

  • Maintain internal parts catalog: Ensure the customer system’s catalog is up to date with the latest information from a dealer based on Cat IP transaction data.​

  • Place a parts order: Easily create and place orders directly in the customer system, using Cat IP to automatically transmit orders over to a local dealer.

  • Post-order transactions: Confirm order details or timing using Advance Shipping Notice (ASN) and receive electronic parts invoices.

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