Effectively managing multiple vendors requires clear, actionable data. This guide explains how to transform your USFANS spreadsheet into a powerful Seller Performance Dashboard using color-coded metrics to evaluate Quality Control (QC) accuracy, operational speed, and overall reliability.
A static list of numbers is hard to analyze. A dashboard with visual cues:
Structure your spreadsheet with the following key columns for each vendor/order:
| Metric Category | Specific KPIs (Examples) | Data Type |
|---|---|---|
| QC Accuracy | Defect Rate (%), Inspection Pass Rate (%), Customer Return Rate (%) | Percentage |
| Speed | Order Processing Time (days), On-Time Shipment Rate (%), Average Shipping Delay (days) | Number/Percentage |
| Reliability | Communication Response Time (hrs), PO Compliance Rate (%), Issue Resolution Time (days) | Number/Percentage |
Input your collected data. Establish clear thresholds for each KPI to determine performance levels:
Adjust thresholds based on your industry standards and business requirements.
This is the core of your visual dashboard. Use your spreadsheet's "Conditional Formatting" tool:
At the top of your sheet, create a vendor summary table that aggregates performance:
| Vendor Name | Overall Score | QC Accuracy | Speed | Reliability | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vendor A | 92% | Excellent | Average | Excellent | APPROVED |
| Vendor B | 78% | Poor | Average | Excellent | REVIEW |
Use formulas (like AVERAGE
