Track and Update Vendor Performance Data

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Track and Update Vendor Performance Data

This course is part of Supplier Performance & Risk Management Specialization

Instructor: LearningMate

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Accurately update vendor performance records by locating data and entering it into tracking systems according to a set schedule.

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There are 2 modules in this course

This beginner-level course is for anyone entering a role in procurement, logistics, or operations who needs to master a fundamental business skill: accurately tracking and updating vendor performance data. In approximately 90 minutes, you will learn the precise, step-by-step process that turns raw data into reliable business intelligence. This is a practical, hands-on course that focuses entirely on the job task.

In the first module, you will build a solid foundation, learning the "why, where, and when" of data tracking and mastering how to locate the correct information in a shared system. In the second module, you will put that knowledge into action, following a guided process to accurately enter and verify data in a hands-on lab. You will see how your attention to detail connects to real-world outcomes, from ensuring product safety to upholding a company's ethical standards. You will leave this course with the confidence and skill to be a reliable contributor to your team's data management process from day one.

This first module lays the groundwork for accurate performance tracking. Learners will discover why their role is critical for maintaining data integrity and preventing major business failures. They will learn to identify key performance metrics and master the foundational skill of locating the correct data sources according to a set schedule, ensuring they are fully prepared for the data entry process.

What's included

2 videos2 readings1 assignment

In this module, learners move from knowledge to action. They will follow a step-by-step process for accurately transcribing performance data from a source document into a vendor scorecard. Through a hands-on lab and guided reflection, they will master the data entry workflow and the non-negotiable final step of verification.

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1 video2 readings1 assignment

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