Risk is a natural part of running a business. Companies need to find an effective method to manage risks while remaining solvent, whether related to vendors and supply chains or spend risk. One of the most significant challenges today is following through on due diligence to assess your suppliers and ensure your business (and your customers) are not adversely affected by spending risk associated with third parties. Managers need to take a new approach to the process, which begins with making a good risk management strategy. Making risk assessment an integral part of your risk management strategy is key to fostering good relationships and building future success. Here are just a few ways to mitigate, assess, and manage supplier risks at your organization:
