The overall process of acquiring goods, services, or works.

The specific approach or system used to carry out procurement.

What needs to be obtained and managing the whole process.

How the goods, services, or works will be obtained.

Broad – covers planning, sourcing, negotiation, purchase, and supplier management.

Narrower – focuses on the procedure or contract strategy used.

Buying construction materials, hiring contractors, outsourcing services.

Traditional (Design–Bid–Build), Design and Build, Partnering, E-Procurement.

To ensure the right goods/services are obtained at the right cost, quality, and time.

To choose the most suitable way to acquire and deliver goods/services.