What is meant by Supplier access?
The term "supplier access" refers to the provision of a specific platform or interface through which suppliers can access the systems and information of a company. This enables efficient collaboration, communication, and data transfer between companies and their suppliers.
Typical software functions in the area of "supplier access":
- User management: Management of access rights and user profiles for suppliers.
- Document sharing: Provision and sharing of documents such as specifications, contracts, or orders with suppliers.
- Communication: Interactive communication through the platform, including messaging, inquiries, and feedback.
- Order processing: Execution of orders and transactions directly through the platform.
- Supplier evaluation: Assessment of supplier performance based on KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and feedback.
- Data integration: Integration of supplier data into internal systems such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) or CRM (Customer Relationship Management).
- Security and data privacy: Ensuring the security and confidentiality of transmitted data.
- Analysis and reporting: Analysis of supplier performance and generation of reports for management.