Explanation: Supplier Portfolio

The supplier portfolio provides a structured overview and categorization of all suppliers relevant to a company, typically based on factors such as strategic importance, supply risk, innovation potential, or dependency. Its purpose is to create transparency within the supplier base, identify risks early, and enable targeted development of supplier relationships. Maintaining a well-managed supplier portfolio is a key element of supplier management, category strategy, and long-term competitiveness.

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