PROCUREMENT 101

Are You Using Data to Analyze the Impact of Tariffs?

Your S2P data holds the keys to understanding how tariffs are affecting your bottom line. But unlocking that insight takes more than just reports — it requires thoughtful data structure, strategic analysis, and the ability to translate findings into action. With the right dashboards and spend analysis tools, you can: 

  1. Quantify cost increases linked to tariffed SKUs or regions: By tagging SKU-level spend with harmonized tariff codes and country-of-origin data, you can isolate which products are being hit with duties — and how those costs are impacting your P&L.
  2. Identify supplier dependencies that expose you to risk: Aggregating supplier spend across regions and categories allows you to pinpoint overreliance on specific vendors or countries, particularly those vulnerable to trade restrictions.
  3. Compare local vs. global sourcing impact: Side-by-side analysis of domestic versus international sourcing helps you evaluate where reshoring or nearshoring may reduce tariff exposure or logistics risk.
  4. Model alternate sourcing scenarios under different tariff assumptions: Advanced S2P platforms support “what-if” scenario planning that lets you test alternative supplier mixes, contract terms, and shipping routes based on evolving tariff rates. 

While many organizations have the raw data, few have the structures, integrations, or processes needed to turn that data into insight.

Optis helps clients make their source-to-pay solutions more efficient by facilitating: 

Data Enrichment Exercises 

We help organizations enhance their item, supplier, and contract records with critical tariff-related attributes like hS codes, country of origin, and shipping terms.

Dashboard & Reporting Design

Our team configures dashboards that surface high-impact visuals such as tariff-adjusted total cost of ownership or supplier exposure heat maps to support decision-making at both strategic and operational levels.

Scenario Modeling Frameworks

We build flexible, reusable models that procurement teams can use to simulate cost impacts under tariff regimes and sourcing strategies, ensuring quick turnaround when policy changes.

Sourcing Playbook Development

To support long-term resilience, we work with clients to define tariff-aware sourcing strategies, including supplier diversification criteria, regional sourcing thresholds, and contract clauses that mitigate risk. 

S2P Platform OPtimization

Whether you're using Coupa, Ivalua, SAP Ariba, or another leading solutions, we ensure your system is structured to support tariff analysisfrom taxonomy to cross-functional reporting workflows.

With tariff volatility becoming the new normal, S2P platforms must be more than transactional tools — they need to function as intelligent systems that guide procurement strategy. Contact us today to find out how Optis can help your organization bridge the gap between raw data and smart action. 

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