The U.K. streamlined public procurement by adopting Visa’s Government Procurement Card (GPC) program, replacing traditional methods with digital transactions. Recommended for small, high-frequency purchases, GPC payments can be physical, virtual, or lodge-based. Transactions over £500 are publicly reported within 15 days, ensuring transparency. Automated expense management guarantees timely supplier payments and eliminates paper invoices. This digital transformation resulted in an estimated 35% cost savings—about \$6 (£5) per transaction—demonstrating significant efficiency gains and improved accountability in government spending.

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