SUSTAINABILITY
comes to diversity . Can ’ t do it yourself ? Then supplier intelligence solution providers such as Scoutbee can help you build a more diverse , agile and sustainable supplier portfolio that can withstand current and future demands .
Our second expert is Ashlee Nelson , who is Senior VP of Sales and Partnerships at supplier . io , a provider of supplier diversity data , software , and management solutions . These are Nelson ’ s top five supplier diversity tips :
Communicate and train Creating an internal communication plan will help you keep everyone in your organisation on the same page about programme goals , initiatives , and current challenges . This may mean setting up regular , cross-departmental meetings and / or training on how to use a supplier diversity software platform . Along with laying out a clear internal communication strategy , consider also how you ’ ll communicate with your suppliers , both current and future . As your programme grows , maintaining clear and consistent communication with both employees and your supplier base will become even more important .
To set your programme up for success , create a plan for how your communication process will evolve as your diverse supplier network expands .
“Every successful supplier diversity programme is borne out of a strategic plan supported by executive leadership ”
ROGER BLUMBERG SENIOR VP GLOBAL MARKETING , SCOUTBEE
Enlist the help of a partner A strategic partner like supplier . io will guide you through all the necessary steps and ensure that you create a world-class supplier diversity programme . The right partner will also help you build on that foundation after it ’ s been established so that you continue to evolve in the right direction .
100 December 2022