Find our most frequently asked questions and answers below.
What is the Aphix Supplier Portal?
The Aphix supplier portal is a cloud-based eProcurement solution that automates the procurement process and allows companies to manage and connect with 3rd party suppliers of goods and/or services.
What are the benefits of the Aphix Supplier Portal?
The Aphix Supplier Portal offers many benefits to companies. It automates their procurement process, provides them with activity tracking, and it also saves them time and money to name a few.
What ERP systems does the Aphix Supplier Portal integrate with?
The Aphix Supplier Portal can integrate in real-time with all major ERP systems.
Is the Aphix Supplier Portal easy to use?
Yes, the Portal is easy to use both internally and externally, meaning that
both the merchant and supplier can easily access and use the system.
What kind of information can suppliers view?
Suppliers can view open or closed PO quotations, purchase orders, invoices
and payments, and more.
Who can access the supplier portal?
Any supplier who registers and is approved may be granted access.
Is it compulsory for suppliers to use the portal?
No, it’s optional. They can complete the whole procurement process by email if they wish so. However, the portal automatically sends notifications and reminders on actions taken by the merchant and the supplier until a PO quotation or PO has been closed.
Does the portal support split shipments?
Yes, suppliers are able to manually enter an expected date and quantity for split shipments.
Can suppliers update their information on the portal?
The portal is “self-service” for suppliers once they register. Suppliers may log in and update their profile, including contact or payment information, at any time.
How does the Aphix Supplier Portal automate the procurement process?
The Aphix Supplier Portal automatically:
Issues purchase orders (POs) and purchase order quotations to suppliers once raised
Updates the ERP with the expected price and confirmation of possible delivery dates once entered into the purchase order quotation by the Supplier
Updates the ERP with expected delivery dates once entered to the
PO by the supplier
Updates the supplier and internal staff of a change in the purchase order (ie: once a delivery date has been entered)
Sends notifications and reminders to the merchant and supplier and more
