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Purchase goods and services online

Purchase goods and services online

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBITU315
State Code
OAE94
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/09/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2019
Field of Education
080905 - Practical Computing Skills
Original Release Date
14/02/2019
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use e-commerce to procure goods and services in a business context. This includes the ability to undertake a range of online buy-side transactions, including banking, and purchasing products and services.It applies to individuals who are skilled operators and apply a broad range of competencies in various work contexts. They may exercise discretion and judgement using appropriate theoretical knowledge of engaging in e-commerce to provide technical advice and support to a team.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify suitable suppliers online
  • 1.1 Identify purpose for goods or services to be procured
  • 1.2 Conduct research to identify potential suppliers of required goods/services by accessing a range of digital sources/marketplaces
  • 1.3 Assess service provider confidentiality, security and privacy facilities in accordance with individual and organisational requirements
  • 1.4 Assess potential products/services for authenticity
  • 1.5 Select most appropriate supplier of goods/services, in accordance with organisational budget, policies, and procedures
2. Procure goods or services online
  • 2.1 Engage with supplier in a professional and appropriate manner via the relevant online platform
  • 2.2 Identify risks in the digital transfer of information and take steps to ensure that information is secured in accordance with organisational requirements
  • 2.3 Place purchase order with the relevant supplier using appropriate online functions to obtain required goods/services
  • 2.4 Report any difficulties in accessing or using online facilities to the supplier as required
  • 2.5 Make payment or receive invoice to complete transaction in accordance with terms of online transaction and organisational policies and procedures
3. Maintain records of online transactions
  • 3.1 Maintain banking and other records of transactions in accordance with organisational policy, procedures and level of authority
  • 3.2 Compare organisational records with online records and deal with irregularities according to organisational policy and procedures
  • 3.3 Review goods/services obtained, assessing quality, timeliness, and level of customer service
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUK06 BSBITU305 Conduct online transactions Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCD60 BSBTEC203 Research using the internet Unit of competency