Vendor Risk Assessment Matrix

If you’re looking to effectively manage supply chain security risks, this is your essential tool. It categorizes vendors into low, medium, and high risk using a simple triaging process, guiding the assessment frequency and method. It covers various assessment types, including self-attestation, third-party assessments, OSINT/scoring, technical assessments, validated assessments, and onsite evaluations. It highlights key considerations such as data confidence, assessment constraints, and vendor participation, providing a comprehensive framework for effective vendor risk management.

This cheat sheet supports the content taught in SEC547 Defending Product Supply Chains and was created by Tony Turner.

August 6, 2024
Vendor Risk Assessment Matrix