Linkana is a Brazilian Procurement Technology company specializing in supplier relationship management (SRM solutions. Founded in 2018, Linkana offers an innovative platform designed to streamline and automate supplier onboarding and management processes, significantly reducing lead times and operational costs for large enterprises. By integrating advanced technology, Linkana enhances procurement efficiency and mitigates risks associated with supplier management. Key Features and Functionality: - Integrated Supplier Registration: Automates the collection and validation of supplier information, ensuring seamless integration with existing ERP systems. - Simplified Supplier Qualification: Facilitates the evaluation and approval workflows involving multiple departments, enhancing collaboration and decision-making. - Automated Monitoring: Provides real-time alerts and updates on supplier information, ensuring compliance and up-to-date records. - Customizable Categories and Risk Scores: Allows for tailored supplier segmentation and risk assessment, aligning with organizational policies and standards. - Flexible Integrations: Offers native connectors for internal and external services, enabling smooth integration with various procurement tools and platforms. Primary Value and Problem Solved: Linkana addresses the inefficiencies and complexities inherent in traditional supplier management systems. By automating and standardizing the supplier onboarding and approval processes, Linkana reduces the time and cost associated with these tasks by up to 90%. This not only accelerates procurement cycles but also enhances data accuracy and compliance, providing enterprises with a reliable and efficient solution for managing supplier relationships. Notably, Linkana serves major Brazilian companies, including Ambev, BASF, Nivea, Johnson & Johnson, Suzano, Nubank, XP, and Mondelez, underscoring its effectiveness and trustworthiness in the industry.