ART - Public Procurement Analytical Management 2006

The document is a resource paper on the management and reform of public procurement. It discusses the role of development banks in driving reform and the misconceptions surrounding the use of technology in procurement. The paper emphasizes the complexity of the procurement management environment and the need for a holistic approach to address the political and operational realities of public procurement. Weaknesses at this level are identified as the greatest risk to the successful application of technology in procurement reform. The document also includes references to various studies and articles on procurement practices and challenges in different countries. Additionally, it is mentioned that the paper was presented at the World Bank Roundtable in Paris, France, as part of the Expenditure Policy and Effectiveness Dialogue.