MANUAL PROCUREMENT PROCEDURE AND SERVICE DELIVERY IN ONE GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL
Authors:Tejero, Marvelous Chuck P.
Open Access
Journal Type:Research Article
Subject Field:Operations Management and Information Systems
Downloads:180
Publish Date:June 15, 2025 8:00 pm
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Volume:175, Issue: 1, June, 2025
Subject:Business Studies
Pages:37-41
Abstract
This study investigates how the manual procurement procedure at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) affects service delivery. Using a descriptive-correlational quantitative design and a purposive sample of 66 respondents from procurement and healthcare departments, it identifies bottlenecks in requisition, approval, purchasing, and receiving processes. Key issues include communication breakdowns, delayed decision-making, time constraints, and lack of real-time tracking. Findings suggest significant negative impacts on efficiency, timeliness, quality, and satisfaction of service delivery. Recommendations include transitioning to automated procurement, strengthening employee engagement, and implementing vendor pre-qualification and quality control mechanisms.