Practical Supplier Relationship Management

Overview: This module focuses on how to build a strong, risk-aware supplier base from day one, with better visibility, stronger checks, and smarter decisions in uncertain environments. Key Topics: 1. Pre-qualification with risk and reliability lens 2. Due diligence beyond basics: financial + operational + disruption exposure 3. Compliance in a tightening regulatory environment 4. Embedding risk checkpoints into onboarding workflows 5. Introduction to digital tools for supplier screening and tracking Outcome: Participants will be able to select suppliers more confidently, reducing future disruptions by strengthening the foundation of supplier relationships. Interactive Activity: Participants will evaluate supplier onboarding decisions under a disruption scenario, forcing real-time judgment calls.

Overview: This module focuses on where to focus, who to monitor, and how to act before problems escalate. Not all suppliers deserve the same attention, especially in times of disruption. Key Topics: 1. Segmentation based on value + risk + criticality 2. Supplier mapping for better control and visibility 3. Identifying early warning signals in unstable markets 4. Risk-based prioritization: focus where it actually matters 5. Using basic analytics and data points for smarter decisions Outcome: Participants will learn how to focus efforts on the right suppliers, reducing risk exposure while improving efficiency. Interactive Activity: Participants will prioritize suppliers in a high-pressure scenario with limited data, simulating real-world ambiguity.

Overview: This module connects performance, collaboration, and risk management into one practical approach. Performance management today is about continuity, responsiveness, and resilience. Key Topics: 1. 360° performance tracking including risk and continuity indicators 2. Moving from scorecards towards actionable insights 3. Supplier collaboration for problem-solving 4. Using performance data to strengthen resilience           5. Role of digital tools in monitoring and visibility Outcome: Participants will be able to manage suppliers proactively, improving performance while reducing the impact of disruptions. Interactive Activity: Participants will respond to a supplier performance breakdown scenario, making decisions under pressure.

Overview: This module provides a practical, no-jargon view of how technology is changing SRM, helping participants understand what truly matters, what to ignore, and how to start using digital tools to improve visibility, reduce risk, and strengthen supplier management in a disrupted environment.  Key Topics: 1. What’s Changing in SRM: How automation, AI, and digital platforms are reshaping supplier management, risk visibility, and decision-making. 2. From Reactive to Proactive: Using dashboards and real-time data to identify risks earlier and improve supplier responsiveness. 3. Cutting Through the Hype:Understanding what technologies actually deliver value vs. what is overcomplicated or unnecessary at this stage. 4. Practical Use Cases: Application of technology in SRM such as supplier tracking, performance dashboards, and risk monitoring tools. Outcome: Participants will gain a clear understanding of how technology can support better supplier management decisions, enabling them to take simple, practical steps toward improving visibility, reducing risk, and building resilience in their supplier base. Interactive Element Participants will evaluate different technology options in a real-world scenario, deciding what to adopt, what to ignore, and how to prioritize based on business needs and constraints.