Small business owners often judge purchasing performance by how much they save on supplies and equipment. But the lowest price does not always tell the full story. Time spent processing orders, employees purchasing outside approved channels, and inefficient buying practices can also affect a company’s bottom line.

Amazon Business has introduced Value Intelligence, a new reporting experience designed to help organizations measure the broader financial and operational impact of their purchasing strategies. The tool brings cost savings, operational efficiency, and purchasing compliance into a single view, giving businesses a more comprehensive picture of procurement performance.

Available through Amazon Business Analytics for eligible customers, Value Intelligence uses an organization’s purchasing data alongside independent third-party benchmarks.…