The University of Sydney estimates it buys $500m worth of stuff and services, paying 80 000 invoices to 15 000 suppliers annually. But it isn’t especially efficient, rating low on satisfaction and high on cost for a range of administration functions, including finance, according to a survey management cites in a change plan.

The university has a new purchasing technology supplier and CMM hears the final draft of a proposed new structure was adopted on Friday. Some 15 roles are set to go, with numerous others having changed reporting lines and roles.