You have been asked to purchase 500 pens of a specific brand.

Weighted points systems are appropriate for complex or high-value purchases where multiple factors (e.g., quality, sustainability, delivery) must be balanced. For simple, low-value purchases like pens, price is typically the only differentiating factor. Using a weighted points system would overcomplicate the process, wasting resources. Responsible sourcing requires proportionality — applying robust evaluation methods where justified, while keeping processes simple and efficient for routine purchases. This ensures efficiency without compromising governance, freeing procurement resources for strategic projects.