Why do integrated suppliers take more time to enable on the Ariba Network?

The correct answer pertains to the complexity of the buyer's requirements. Integrated suppliers often face a variety of specific configuration and data management needs that must align seamlessly with the buyer's procurement processes. This complexity can arise from various factors such as unique workflows, custom catalogs, integration with existing systems, compliance regulations, and specific reporting requirements.

Enabling an integrated supplier on the Ariba Network requires careful planning and execution to ensure that all systems work together effectively. This might involve multiple stakeholders from both the buyer and supplier sides, which can elongate the onboarding process. As a result, the intricate nature of the buyer's requirements can lead to a more time-consuming enablement period for suppliers, necessitating thorough discussions, testing, and adjustments before going live on the network.

In contrast, other factors such as the number of support staff, supplier resistance to change, or immediate training demands, while they can play a role, do not directly capture the broader challenges posed by the nuances and unique specifications of buyer requirements that often dictate how quickly a supplier can be onboarded efficiently in an integrated manner.