MuleBuy: How to Export and Merge Spreadsheet Data for Market Analysis
Unlock deeper sourcing insights by integrating export data with your analytics tools.
For procurement and sourcing professionals, raw data is just the beginning. Exporting your transaction and product data from platforms like MuleBuy
The Process: From Export to Integrated Analysis
Step 1: Exporting Data from MuleBuy
Navigate to the reporting or order history section of your MuleBuy dashboard. Look for an "Export to Spreadsheet""Download CSV"
Step 2: Structuring and Cleaning the Data
Open the exported file in a spreadsheet tool like Excel, Google Sheets, or LibreOffice. Perform essential data cleaning:
- Standardize supplier names and cost columns.
- Ensure date formats are consistent.
- Remove any test or duplicate entries.
- Create a new column to calculate Total Landed Cost
A clean, consistent dataset is vital for accurate merging.
Step 3: Merging with Cost Analytics Tools
This is where the real analysis begins. Import your cleaned MuleBuy spreadsheet into your analytics tool.
- Using BI Tools (Power BI, Tableau):
- Using Advanced Spreadsheet Functions:VLOOKUP,
XLOOKUP, orINDEX/MATCH- Using Dedicated Sourcing Software:
- Using Advanced Spreadsheet Functions:VLOOKUP,
Step 4: Identifying Trends and Efficiency Metrics
With the merged dataset, you can now create powerful visualizations and calculations:
- Sourcing Trends:average landed cost per supplier
- Volume Efficiency:total landed cost per unit
- Category Insights:
- Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Preview:
- Volume Efficiency:total landed cost per unit
Key Benefits of This Integrated Approach
Informed Negotiation Power
Concrete data on cost trends arms you with evidence for supplier negotiations, targeting specific cost drivers.
Predictive Budgeting
Spotting trends allows for more accurate forecasting of future sourcing expenses and cash flow requirements.
Strategic Sourcing Decisions
Move from reactive ordering to proactively identifying the best suppliers and order volumes for your business goals.