Key Vendor List

Author(s): Laura Hansen-Kohls, Rebecca Hoke

The Key Vendor List is for keeping track of vital vendor relationships. Use this tool to:

  • Document all vendors providing products and services to IT.
  • Record the individual responsible for maintaining each vendor relationship.
  • Ensure that vendors are meeting obligations.
  • Find and remove any duplicate services.

Gaining a clear view of the vendors involved in your organization and assigning an individual to manage the relationship is the first step to effective vendor management.