Human resource, finance and purchasing platform: guide for public bodies

We have invested in an integrated human resource (HR), finance and purchasing platform using Oracle Cloud. Public sector organisations can benefit from this investment. 

Over 30 public bodies already share this modern, efficient and sustainable cloud-based platform with the Scottish Government. 

Benefits of joining the platform 

This platform is a key part of wider efforts to reform public services and improve efficiency. If you join, you'll benefit from: 

• a cost-efficient solution that's already up and running, with monthly and quarterly updates managed by the Scottish Government 
• a scalable service that you can adjust to suit your needs, so you can choose some or all of the HR, finance and purchasing features on offer, depending on your organisation's needs and how closely you can align with the existing operating model 
• standardised processes and shared technology already used by 20,000 public sector staff every day 
• a platform that's managed and governed directly by the Scottish Government, already assessed by Audit Scotland and independently assured each year in line with the International Standard on Assurance Engagements (ISAE) 
• ongoing improvements, with access to new tools and features as the platform develops 

Services available through the platform 

The platform includes the following modules. 

Human Capital Management (HCM) 

Brings together HR, people management, talent, payroll, time and labour, and workforce processes in one secure, integrated system. 

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) 

Covers financial services such as general ledger, accounts payable, asset management, accounts receivable, cash management and expense management. 

Purchase to Pay (P2P) 

Supports the end-to-end purchasing of goods, services and works, including requisitions, purchase orders, receipting and payments. 

Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) 

Helps your organisation plan, forecast and manage its financial and workforce performance. 

Corporate reporting tools 

Tools such as Fusion Data Intelligence (FDI) and built-in analytics help you bring together business information and track performance, to support better strategic decisions. 

Find out more 

To find out more about accessing these services, pricing and how to join the platform, contact the Corporate Hub Finance, Commercial & Service Governance Team at corphub.financegov@gov.scot.