UPLOAD STATUS

Once a project is assigned to your profile, you can manage its data uploads.

Step 1: Initiate Upload

Click on the plus icon (+) in the Upload Status column. A new tab will open with the upload interface.

Step 2: Upload Files

You need to upload the required files:

• Sample Sourcing List: Upload your sourcing file here.
• Sample Alternate Vendor List: Upload your Alternate Vendor Data (AVD) file (optional).

Note: The system accepts specific file formats. You can download a sample template if needed.

Step 3: File Validation & Mapping

After uploading, click Compare. The system will validate the file headers.

If the file headers do not match the expected format, an error will appear (e.g., "Missing headers: Commodity").

To fix this:

1. Click on Configure.
2. Select the correct header name from the dropdown list to map it to the system field.
3. Click Apply Mapping.

Step 4: Preview & Compare

Once the files are uploaded and mapped, click Compare. You can preview the data below.

The comparison result will be displayed in a table format:

Step 5: Manufacturer Validation

Review the Manufacturer column:

• Green: The manufacturer is recognized and valid.
• Red: The manufacturer is undefined or does not match system records.

To fix red items:

1. Click on the red manufacturer name.
2. Select the correct manufacturer from the dropdown list.
3. The entry will turn green.

Step 6: Select Criteria

1. Click on Criteria and select the appropriate criteria for the project.

The available criteria options are:

• Stock Availability: prioritize parts based on stock availability.
• Lead Time: select based on shorter lead times.
• Minimum Price: select the lowest priced options.
• Authorised Suppliers: restrict selection to authorized suppliers only.
• Supplier Selection: Use the dropdown to specific supplier preferences.

Step 7: Select Data Preference

1. Click on Data Preference and select the required preference (Mandatory).

The available data preference options are:

• Consolidator: Prioritize sourcing from third-party distributors or aggregators who supply parts from multiple manufacturers. This is often useful for simplifying logistics or when buying in smaller quantities.
• Direct: Prioritize sourcing directly from the original component manufacturers (OCMs). This ensures the highest level of improved traceability.

Step 8: Upload

1. Once all validations are complete and mandatory fields are selected, the Upload button will be enabled. Click it to finalize the process.

After uploading the upload status will show completed in the engineer dashboard.

Clicking anywhere on the Project will take you to a different screen displaying all the information about the project.