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Customer Stories

"I didn’t believe such a complex IT scope could go through an eAuction."

Retail Client - Purchasing laptops, routers and accessories.

IT Hardware

Tender

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Customer Stories

"What usually takes weeks was completed in hours. For our client, the speed was a game changer."

Industry Client - Market discovery on 50 building renovations

Construction

TCO Approach

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Customer Stories

"I gained cost visibility on every lane, and the eAuction helped me benchmark carriers in minutes."

Pharma Client - Shipping 1,500 containers to Baltimore.

Sea Freight

Multi-lot

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Customer Stories

"Sugar is notoriously volatile, so we were skeptical. Yet, the eAuction resulted in historical savings.”

FMCG Client - Dual supply strategy for 2 specs of Sugar.

Commodity

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Testimonials

Trusted on both sides of the table

We are the independent third party that aligns buyers and suppliers around clear rules, fair competition, and credible results.

We achieved over 16% savings in our first eAuction. CROWN smoothly supports both our teams and suppliers throughout every process.

Emma Praud

Head of Procurement, Welding Alloys

eAuctions reduced our buyers’ workload by 30%, while actually improving the quality of our sourcing decisions.

Germain Grardel

Head of Indirect Procurement, Bonduelle Group

Suppliers engagement increased after the first negotiation. CROWN made the eAuction format clear, fair, and easy even for first time users.

Denise Maurise

Head of Indirect Procurement, Kiabi

CROWN handles the change, training, and communication end-to-end, onboarding buyers and suppliers effortlessly.

Dr. Marcell Vollmer

Business Angel｜ex-COO, SAP Ariba

CROWN’s eAuction fit naturally into our existing workflow, without any disruption, or heavy change management.

Damien Cadeau

Head of Procurement, Bonduelle Group

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

These are some of our most frequently asked questions.

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Do eAuctions hurt supplier relationships?

Some suppliers initially hesitate because eAuctions introduce greater competition and transparency.

However, once suppliers participate, they often prefer eAuctions because:

     - They get real-time market feedback on pricing.
     - They have equal opportunities instead of closed-door negotiations.
     - They can adjust bids dynamically rather than submitting a single RFP price.

What support is available for buyers and suppliers?

CROWN provides end-to-end support, including:

     - Live training sessions before eAuctions.
     - Technical assistance for suppliers adjusting to the platform.
     - Real-time auction monitoring and guidance for procurement teams.

How long does it take to prepare an eAuction?

It typically takes 1-2 weeks to prepare an eAuction, depending on category complexity and supplier engagement.

Key Steps in eAuction Preparation:

     - Category & Supplier Selection (1-3 days) – Identify qualified suppliers and ensure competitive participation.
     - Supplier Engagement & Training (3-5 days) – Educate suppliers on eAuction process.
     - eAuction Setup & Testing (3-5 days) – Configure auction parameters, pricing models, and test runs.

Who in my company should be involved in an eAuction project?

For a successful eAuction implementation, key stakeholders include:
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     - Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) – Sets procurement strategy.
     - Category Managers – Oversee sourcing and supplier relationships.
     - Finance Teams – Validate cost savings.
     - Legal & Compliance Teams – Ensure regulatory and contractual alignment.

What’s the easiest way to test eAuctions?

The best way to experience the value of eAuctions is to run your first one.
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How to Get Started:

     - Book a demo – A live walkthrough of CROWN’s platform.
     - Define a pilot project – We help you select the best category to start with.
     - Get full support – CROWN handles training, supplier onboarding, and execution.

What if my company has never used eAuctions before?

That’s where CROWN’s full-service support comes in! We provide:

     - Strategy workshops to identify the best categories.
     - Training for procurement teams and suppliers to ensure smooth adoption.
     - Live eAuction coaching to optimize competition and results.

Negotiation complexity, simplified.

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