What is Flashcart?

FlashCart is our brand name for ESM Purchase, the university’s e-procurement system. It is designed to streamline the purchasing process for faculty and staff by allowing users to:

• Browse and shop from approved vendors and catalogs.
• Add items to a cart similar to online retail platforms.
• Non-catalog ordering functionality.
• Submit requisitions for approval and processing.
• Track orders and manage procurement workflows.

Some of FlashCart’s key features include:

• Punchout catalogs from suppliers like Staples, Fisher Scientific, Dell and others.
• Integration with Banner Finance, Kent State’s ERP system.
• Automated routing for approvals based on department and dollar thresholds.
• Compliance controls to ensure purchases align with university policies and state regulations.