Supplier Approval Best Practices

Hello All,

We are looking at implementing Supplier AWE with 9.2 PI 30 and PT 8.55.26. Our initial thought is for two AP clerical staff members to create and update suppliers. The AP Manager or AP Assistant Manager would do the first round of review/approval with the Controller doing the final approval.

What are your best practices for supplier approval workflow? Does your Purchasing/Strategic Sourcing department get involved with the approval process? What is your Service Level Agreement for approving suppliers? Do you use any specific criteria such as Supplier Classification in your approval workflow? I appreciate all feedback you have in this regard.

Thank you in advance!
Jo Ann