How is the Authorized User related to the Supplier Request?

The relationship between the Authorized User and the Supplier Request is centered around the responsibility for initiating the addition of suppliers into the system. The Authorized User is typically empowered to start the process of bringing new suppliers into the organization’s procurement activities. This role involves gathering necessary information, documenting the rationale for adding a supplier, and submitting the Supplier Request for further processing.

Understanding this responsibility highlights the Authorized User's role in ensuring that suppliers are adequately vetted and that their onboarding aligns with the organization’s goals and compliance standards. This function is crucial for maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring that procurement operations run smoothly. The other potential roles, such as reviewing supplier performance, approving payments, or creating accounts, are not directly related to the initiative of starting the Supplier Request, which is why they do not represent the core function of the Authorized User in this context.