What are the most effective ways to involve suppliers in BI problem identification?

4 Co-create and validate solutions

The fourth step to involve suppliers in BI problem identification is to co-create and validate solutions with them. This means involving the suppliers in the design and development of the BI solutions, such as dashboards, reports, or models, that can address the identified problems. The co-creation process should leverage the suppliers' expertise, experience, and data, as well as the business' resources, tools, and best practices. The co-creation process should also be iterative, agile, and user-centric, and allow for testing and feedback from the suppliers.

5 Implement and monitor results

The fifth step to involve suppliers in BI problem identification is to implement and monitor the results of the BI solutions. This means deploying the BI solutions to the suppliers and ensuring that they are used effectively and efficiently. The implementation process should provide the suppliers with training, support, and guidance on how to use the BI solutions. The implementation process should also monitor the performance, outcomes, and benefits of the BI solutions, and measure their impact on the identified problems.

6 Foster a continuous improvement culture

The sixth and final step to involve suppliers in BI problem identification is to foster a continuous improvement culture with them. This means encouraging the suppliers to keep identifying and solving new or emerging problems, as well as to improve the existing BI solutions. The continuous improvement culture should promote a learning, innovative, and collaborative mindset among the suppliers and the business. The continuous improvement culture should also recognize and reward the suppliers for their contributions and achievements in BI problem identification and solution.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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