Review Tier 1 Reports

Overview

Reviewing Tier 1 Reports in SupplierGATEWAY allows users to analyze direct supplier spend, validate reporting results, and gain insight into procurement activity and supplier performance. Tier 1 Reports support internal decision-making, supplier diversity initiatives, and compliance reporting by presenting standardized and auditable spend data.

This article explains how to access, review, and interpret Tier 1 Reports within SupplierGATEWAY.

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Prerequisites

Before reviewing Tier 1 Reports, the following conditions must be met:

• The user has access to the Reporting or Tier 1 application.

• The user has permission to view Tier 1 spend data.

• Tier 1 spend data has been uploaded and processed.

• Supplier records and classifications are current.

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Access Tier 1 Reports

1. Log in to SupplierGATEWAY.

2. From the main menu, select the Tier 1 application.

3. Select Tier 1 Spend Dashboard and Tier 1 Tools Menu

The system displays available Tier 1 reporting options within that menu.

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Review Tier 1 Dashboard

Step 1: Apply Report Filters

1. Select reporting criteria such as:

   • Fiscal year or date range

   • Reporting period

   • Supplier classifications or demographics

   • Business unit or location

2. Select Submit or Apply Filters.

The dashboard refreshes with filtered results.

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Step 2: Analyze Summary Metrics

Review high-level metrics, which may include:

• Total spend

• Total diverse spend

• Spend by classification or demographic

• Top suppliers by spend

Graphs and summary panels provide immediate insight into Tier 1 performance.

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Step 3: Review Detailed Views

1. Navigate between dashboard tabs, such as:

   • Certification

   • Ethnicity

   • Supplier

2. Review breakdowns and trend indicators.

3. Drill down into categories to view supplier-level detail.

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Review Tier 1 Ad Hoc Reports (If Applicable)

1. Navigate to Tier 1 Tools within the Tier 1 app.

2. Select Tier 1 Ad Hoc Report.

3. Define report parameters, such as:

   • Date range

   • Report Type

   • Spend Type (note: User Spend is the default)

   • Select specific filters such as business classifications, geographic locations, certification types, and available spend custom data. These criteria will define the report parameters and ensure that only suppliers matching the selected requirements are included in the final report output.

4. Generate the report.

5. Review the summary preview dashboard, where you can confirm your selected criteria before proceeding. Alternatively, you can expedite the process by selecting “Generate Report” instead of viewing the preview.

Ad Hoc reports provide granular data for custom analysis.

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Validate Report Results

When reviewing Tier 1 Reports:

• Confirm totals align with expected spend.

• Review supplier classifications

• Identify anomalies or data gaps.

• Document findings or questions for follow-up.

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Export or Share Reports

1. Select Download, Export, or Request Report.

2. Choose the desired format, such as Excel or PDF.

3. Save or distribute the report as needed.

Exported reports retain applied filters and criteria.

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Outcome

Once Tier 1 Reports are reviewed:

• Users gain visibility into direct supplier spend.

• Data can be validated for accuracy and completeness.

• Insights support strategic, compliance, and reporting needs.

• Reports are ready for sharing or further analysis.

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Related Articles

• Understand Tier 1 Reporting

• Upload Tier 1 Spend Data

• Generate Tier 1 Reports

• Understand Supplier Classifications