Live Webinar
Onboarding Critical Vendors: How to Plan, Assess Risk, & Choose the Right Partner
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 | 1pm CT | 1 Hour
Before signing on the dotted line with a critical vendor, organizations need to take a step back and think strategically. Why is outsourcing the right move? What risks come with it? And how can you ensure you’re selecting a vendor that won’t create more problems than solutions?
This webinar will walk you through the first two phases of the vendor risk management lifecycle: Planning and Due Diligence & Selection. We’ll break down these foundational steps in simple, practical terms, so you can confidently approach vendor onboarding with a risk-aware mindset.
Register now to learn:
- How to develop a clear business case for outsourcing a function
- Identifying and assessing potential risks before engaging a vendor
- What to look for in vendor due diligence (and how to tailor it based on risk)
- Tips for comparing vendors and making informed decisions
- The role of regulatory expectations in the vendor selection process
Whether you’re new to vendor risk management or looking to refine your approach, this session will equip you with the tools to plan ahead, conduct vendor risk assessments, and choose the right vendor for your organization.
This session is not CPE Credit eligible.
