Abstract:
The study explored the challenges and adoption dynamics of E-procurement in
private organizations, a case of the Singida Region. The study targeted hospitals,
schools, shops (retail and wholesale), hardware shops, garages, hotels,
restaurants, and petrol stations around Singida. Primarily, the study investigated
challenges in using E-procurement and factors affecting the adoption of E procurement among retail and wholesale companies in Singida. Ultimately, it
aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice by offering actionable
recommendations for maximizing the benefits of E-procurement in private
organizations. A cross-sectional survey design was used, and a total of 50
privately owned organizations were selected, along with a sample of 50
respondents (using a judgmental sampling technique), one member from each
organization. The investigation through descriptive analysis, Pearson
correlation coefficient, and multiple regression analysis with a p-value of 0.05
uncovered that the uptake of E-procurement in Singida has been slow and
confined. A combination of cost and financial constraints, political factors, and
software network availability contributed to this predicament. To tackle these
obstacles and advance electronic procurement in Tanzania, the investigation
recommends diverse strategies like training and support, a user-friendly
interface, integration with existing systems, and vendor collaboration as key
factors in making E-procurement easier to use. On the other hand, there is more
contention regarding strategies like creating a standard policy and regular
communication on the patterns of procurement processes.
