For many businesses, spreadsheets have long been the go-to tool for managing supply chain data. They’re familiar, accessible, and flexible, but are they really fit for purpose in today’s complex, fast-moving supply chain environment?
The Pitfalls of Spreadsheets
As supply chains grow, not only in size and but complexity, so too does the volume of data businesses need to track, from product origins to supplier certifications and audit outcomes. Spreadsheets, while useful for simple tasks, often fall short in key areas:
- Data Silos: Information stored in multiple sheets across departments leads to duplication, confusion, and inefficiency.
- Human Error: Manual data entry increases the risk of costly mistakes that go unnoticed until it’s too late.
- Lack of Real-Time Visibility: Spreadsheets don’t update dynamically, meaning teams can’t access a live, single source of truth.
- Limited Scalability: As your supplier network grows, so does the complexity, making spreadsheets unmanageable and unsustainable.
- Compliance Risks: Tracking certifications, supplier performance, and audit schedules in static documents can result in missed deadlines and non-compliance.
The Authenticate Solution
At Authenticate, we help businesses move beyond spreadsheets and into smarter, more connected systems. Our platform is built to centralise supply chain data across your entire organisation, empowering teams to work collaboratively, with complete visibility and confidence.
The Authenticate platform brings together a full suite of supply chain solutions, from Product Mapping and Risk Assessment to Audits, ESG data with ESGnius, and Documentation, into one connected, secure system. It supports multiple teams and functions, streamlines onboarding, and gives you instant access to real-time data from anywhere in the world. It’s scalable, intelligent, and purpose-built for the challenges of modern supply chain management.
Real Views from Real Supply Chains
We asked some of our customers how they managed their supply chains before moving to Authenticate. The answer? Spreadsheets, and the struggles that came with them.
In the video below, hear first hand how switching to Authenticate helped them break free from manual processes, unlock efficiency, and build stronger, more resilient supply chains.
Ready to Ditch the Spreadsheets?
It’s time to pivot away from needless complexities, and integrate a system that centralises your data, enhances collaboration, and scales with your supply chain.
Book a demo with our team today to discover how Authenticate can transform your supply chain operations, with no formulas required.