supplierchecks

noun

UK /səˈplaɪ.ə.tʃeks/

US /səˈplaɪ.ɚ.tʃeks/

Checks that make sure the people who send you things are doing a good job.

The company ran supplierchecks before signing the new contract.

SYNONYMS

supplier audits vendor reviews supplier inspections vendor checks

RELATED WORDS

suppliers quality control procurement compliance

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Examinations of a supplier's financial health and reliability.

The bank performed supplierchecks on all its major vendors.

3. Regular reviews of whether suppliers meet agreed standards.

Monthly supplierchecks help us catch problems early.

4. Verification steps taken before approving a new supplier.

New supplierchecks are required before any purchase order is issued.