How should buyers approach sourcing for CAPEX and OPEX?
CAPEX and OPEX are emphasized in CIPS Level 4 and are frequently asked in the exam. CAPEX and OPEX is one of purchasing categorization approaches based on the nature of the purchase. CAPEX stands for CApital EXpenditure and OPEX stands for Operational EXpenditure. Are there any differences when sourcing CAPEX and OPEX? To answer this question, we should begin to analyse the features of these purchases, as they determine the specific requirements in the sourcing process. CAPEX ( Capital Expenditure)…