Crimson Commerce

Crimson Commerce is the University of Denver’s Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platform, powered by Jaggaer. It supports contract management, e-procurement, shopping, and sourcing across the university.

Benefits of the Crimson Commerce include:

  • Increased efficiency through automated workflows and approval processes

  • Centralized contract and document storage for better compliance, scalability, and flexibility

  • Greater visibility into spending, enabling smarter sourcing and cost savings

  • Improved user experience with intuitive electronic catalogs and supplier portals

  • Stronger adherence to DU protocols with enhanced controls over contracts, technology reviews, and spending oversight

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Implementation Updates & Announcements

Get ready for the rollout of DU’s new eProcurement module—part of the Crimson Commerce Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platform—going live on August 4, 2025.

Here’s how you can prepare:

  • Preview Session – April 10 at 10:00 AM
    Business Officers and Administrative Leads are encouraged to register for the Crimson Commerce e-Pro Preview Session for an early look at what’s coming.

  • Training Opportunities – June - August
    Role-specific training classes will be available for both requisition initiators and approvers. Registration opens in mid-April.

  • Resources 
    Process documents, role-based guides, and tutorial videos will be added to this page as they’re developed to help you navigate the eProcurement process with confidence.

Be sure to check this site regularly for updates, announcements, training schedules, and helpful resources as we move toward launch!

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Training & Resources

 
eProcurement

Training sessions on the eProcurement module (scheduled to go live 8/4/25) will be scheduled for June and July.  Stay tuned for the schedule and link to register.

An ePro Preview  is scheduled for the Business Officer Community on 4/10/25. Register HERE! 

Contracts+ 

Check out Quick Guides and Detailed Instructions on the following processes:

  • Enter Contract Requests
  • View & Track a Contract Request
  • Check the Status of a Contract
  • Approving Contract Requests
  • Difference between "Contract Request" and "Contract"
Contracts+ User Guides Watch a recorded Contracts+ Demo

Crimson Commerce Modules

Contracts+The Contracts Management module in Crimson Commerce offers DU administrators a centralized platform to submit, approve, and track contract requests. It also serves as a secure repository for finalized contracts, streamlining workflows and enhancing transparency.June 2024
ePro

The eProcurement module in Crimson Commerce (powered by Jaggaer) provides DU users with a centralized, user-friendly platform for purchasing goods and services. It streamlines the shopping and ordering process, ensures policy compliance, and improves visibility into spending across the university.

August 2025
InvoicingThe Invoicing module in Crimson Commerce simplifies the invoice submission, review, and approval process. It ensures timely and accurate payments, increases visibility into invoice status, and supports compliance with DU’s financial policies.August 2025
SourcingThe Vendor Sourcing module in Crimson Commerce streamlines the process of soliciting and evaluating supplier bids. It supports competitive sourcing, enhances transparency, and helps ensure DU secures the best value for goods and services.TBD
Data CaptureThe Digital Capture module in Crimson Commerce automates the intake of invoices by converting scanned or emailed documents into digital formats. This reduces manual data entry, speeds up processing, and improves accuracy across the procure-to-pay cycle.TBD

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Memo to DU Community

 

Bookmark this page to check for future Crimson Commerce updates, resources, and training opportunities. For questions regarding purchasing or contracts contact University Financial Services at 303-871-7600 or ContactUFS@du.edu.

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Browse our knowledge base for help with frequently asked questions or submit a request at ContactUFS@du.edu.

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