What Is a Punchout Order?
A punchout order allows you to shop directly from a vendor’s site while staying connected to Platform Solutions.
Instead of placing orders across multiple vendor websites, punchout keeps everything tied back to one system: so budgets, approvals, and tracking all stay in one place. Once you go to checkout on your vendor site, it takes you straight back to Platform Solutions and is sent for approval.
How Punchout Ordering Works on Platform Solutions
Platform Solutions makes punchout ordering simple.
You start in the platform, select create a punch out order, choose which vendor, select your items, and return the cart back into Platform Solutions to complete the order. The order then goes for approval, and once it is approved, the order is placed and on its way to you!
This keeps the entire process connected and visible from start to finish.
Step-by-Step: Placing a Punchout Order
This video walks through the full process:
🎬 Watch here:
What You’ll See in the Demo
- How to access a punchout vendor
- How to shop directly within the vendor’s catalog
- How to return your cart to Platform Solutions
- How to review and submit your order
Each step is shown clearly so your team can follow along and complete orders with confidence.
Why Punchout Orders Matter
Punchout ordering helps facilities:
- Keep all purchasing in one system
- Maintain visibility across orders
- Follow approval workflows
- Avoid switching between multiple vendor sites
It simplifies ordering while keeping everything organized and easy to manage.
Built for Everyday Use
Whether you are ordering routine supplies or sourcing specific items, punchout allows you to work directly with vendors while still keeping everything connected to Platform Solutions.
This means:
- No lost orders
- No disconnected systems
- No extra steps
Getting Started
If your facility uses punchout vendors, this is the fastest way to place orders while keeping everything tracked and organized.
If you need help, our team is always available.
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