Sourcing Change Log

The Supplier Portal Change Log provides a complete history of all modifications made by suppliers when responding to a sourcing event.

If multiple users from the same company have been invited to participate in a sourcing event, they can track each other's changes to ensure consistency and accuracy in their submission.

This feature enhances transparency and collaboration, allowing suppliers to monitor updates made to their bid responses.

Key Features of the Supplier Portal Change Log

• Comprehensive History – Tracks all changes made to a supplier’s sourcing event response, including updates to pricing, documents, and submitted answers.

• Timestamped Entries – Each change is logged with a date and time, providing a clear timeline of modifications.

• User Accountability – Displays the name of the supplier representative who made each change, ensuring transparency across team members.

• Collaboration Tracking – If multiple users from the same company are working on a sourcing event, they can view each other's updates in real time.

Step-by-Step Guide

Accessing the Supplier Portal Change Log

1. Navigate to the Sourcing Event

• Open the Supplier Portal using the authentication code within the sourcing invite email.

2. Locate the Change Log

• Inside the sourcing event, click on the Change Log tab.

3. View the Change Log

• The change log will display a detailed history of all modifications, including:

  • The specific field or section that was changed.

  • The previous and updated values.

  • The supplier user who made the change.

  • The date and time of the update.

Using the Supplier Portal Change Log Effectively

1. Expand Log Entries

• Click on a log entry to view detailed changes made to individual fields.

• Changes are grouped by the tab they belong to, making it easy to track modifications in different sections of the response.

2. Filter by User

• If multiple users from the same company have been invited to the sourcing event, you can use the Filter by User dropdown to track changes made by specific team members.

3. Filter by Section

• Use the Filter by Tab dropdown to view changes related to specific sections, such as pricing, documents, or questionnaire responses.

Key Considerations & Best Practices

✅ Monitor Changes in Real Time – If multiple users are working on a sourcing event, regularly review the change log to ensure consistency.

✅ Use the Log for Internal Review – Before submitting a final response, review all changes to confirm accuracy.

✅ Track User Contributions – If needed, use the filter options to identify changes made by each user in the company.

✅ Ensure Compliance – Use the log as an audit trail to verify that sourcing event responses align with company policies.