Dear Campus Colleagues,
We are excited to announce that we are now just three months away from the go-live of the CSUBUY Procure-to-Pay (P2P) system!
This milestone represents more than just a technology deployment - it is part of a larger CSU systemwide initiative under the Multi-University Collaboration directive, aimed at streamlining and standardizing procurement and payment processes across all CSU campuses. Together, we are building a modern, unified approach to how the CSU does business.
What is CSUBUY P2P?
CSUBUY P2P is an integrated, end-to-end procurement and payment solution designed to connect requisitioning, approvals, purchase orders, receiving, invoicing and payment in a single, user-friendly platform. It is a critical component of the CSU’s strategic vision for collaborative efficiency, transparency, and cost-effective procurement.
Key Features & Benefits
- Intuitive User Interface: Simplifies the ordering and approval process for campus departments.
- Catalog Purchasing: Pre-loaded supplier catalogs reduce time spent searching for goods and services and no longer require ProCard reconciliations.
- Automated Workflows: Ensures faster routing and approval, minimizing delays and bottlenecks.
- Improved Transparency: Real-time visibility into the entire procure-to-pay lifecycle.
- Streamlined Payments: Faster, more accurate invoice processing benefits both departments and suppliers.
- Systemwide Integration: Aligns campus financial systems with a unified CSU procurement and payment solution
Benefits for Department End Users
For department users, CSUBUY P2P will:
- Eliminate redundant, manual processes
- Reduce paperwork and approval confusion
- Provide a centralized place to track purchases and payments
- Ensure compliance with CSU policies with minimal extra effort
This transformation will give end users greater control, fewer delays, and a clearer view of their procurement activity—freeing up time to focus on higher-value work.
What’s Coming Next?
In the weeks ahead, we will be sharing:
- Training schedules tailored to user roles
- Live demos and town halls
- Job aids, quick guides, etc.
- Go-live readiness updates
Our collective goal is to ensure a smooth transition and confident users on day one.
Thank You!
We want to acknowledge the incredible campus attendance at the end user and compliance approver demo series. Please review our CSUBUY P2P website for links to demo recordings, guides, and other information. Your commitment to this Multi-University Collaboration directive is setting the foundation for a stronger, more unified CSU.
Let’s keep the momentum going as we enter the final stretch. We are proud to take this important step forward - together - with CSUBUY P2P.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our campus Project Lead: Sara Bonakdar, Associate Vice President, Strategic Business Services at [email protected].
Warmly,
Kathy Kaoudis
Vice President of Administration and Finance and Chief Financial Officer
