Spend Management Solutions
SAP Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance together with SAP Ariba Supplier Risk provides Professional Services firms with a powerful, integrated solution to qualify, monitor, and manage third-party providers and subcontractors —ensuring business continuity, regulatory compliance,
and high service quality across all client engagements. 1. Streamlined Supplier Onboarding and Qualification
Professional Services firms frequently engage a wide range of suppliers, such as freelance consultants, legal advisors, IT contractors, and specialized agencies. Ariba SLP automates onboarding with configurable workflows, document collection, and compliance checks—reducing onboarding time while ensuring proper vetting. 2. Centralized Supplier Information Management Firms often operate across multiple service lines and geographies, making it hard to maintain consistent supplier data. Ariba SLP centralizes and cleans supplier records, ensuring accurate, up-to-date information is available to all teams—supporting better sourcing, contracting, and compliance. 3. Ongoing Monitoring of Supplier Risk and Performance In project-based work, the reliability of external partners is critical. Ariba Supplier Risk continuously monitors suppliers across key risk domains (e.g., financial stability, cybersecurity, legal issues, geopolitical exposure) and triggers alerts—enabling proactive risk mitigation before it impacts client delivery. 4. Regulatory and Contractual Compliance Assurance Firms must comply with laws like GDPR, anti-bribery statutes, and labor regulations—especially when outsourcing services. Ariba ensures that only qualified, compliant suppliers are engaged and
supports audits with a clear trail of due diligence and certifications. 5. Performance Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
Ariba SLP provides tools to track supplier performance against KPIs and client expectations, including project timelines, quality standards, and responsiveness. This enables data-driven supplier development and helps identify high-performing partners for strategic engagements. 6. Support for ESG and Supplier Diversity Goals Clients increasingly expect their service providers to demonstrate environmental and social responsibility. Ariba allows firms to track supplier diversity, sustainability credentials, and ethical practices—supporting both internal ESG initiatives and client requirements. 7. Reduced Operational and Reputational Risk Whether outsourcing project delivery or support functions, working with the wrong supplier can harm
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