Before you can successfully set up an Ariba Contract Compliance contract, you must first create what?

To successfully set up an Ariba Contract Compliance contract, creating a Contract Request is essential. The Contract Request serves as the formal initiation point within the Ariba system for any contract-related work. It outlines the specifics of the contract, including terms, obligations, and compliance requirements. This structured approach ensures that the procurement process is standardized and that all relevant stakeholders are engaged.

The Contract Request details important information that forms the basis for the subsequent phases of the procurement process, including the negotiation and approval stages. Without this first step, you wouldn’t have the necessary data or framework to establish a robust contract that can be monitored for compliance throughout its lifecycle.

Thus, initiating the process with a Contract Request is critical for aligning all contract management activities and ensuring that the compliance components are appropriately addressed and tracked within the Ariba platform.