eSourcing platform

SAP Ariba

eSourcing platformUK-wideInternationalFree to register; transaction and subscription fees apply above thresholds

Also known as Ariba Network, Ariba Discovery.

Global source-to-pay network. Used by a modest number of UK public buyers but very heavily by large corporates for private sector supply chains.

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Who uses it

Around 26 UK public buyers across 13 sites, plus most FTSE-scale corporate procurement.

Getting registered

Ariba Network supplier account with an ANID. Buyers invite you to their realm.

Watch out for

Ariba is the main portal where suppliers get charged. Fees kick in above transaction volume thresholds - read the schedule before you commit.

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At a glance

Run by
SAP
Type
eSourcing platform
Covers
UK-wide, International
Sectors
All
Cost
Free to register; transaction and subscription fees apply above thresholds
Website
sap.com

Last reviewed 2026-09-14. Something wrong on this page?

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