Follow the order down to each line.
A purchase order can contain lines with different commitments and delivery dates. Review each line’s status, supplier response, and changes to understand exactly where an order stands.
- Open, in-process, early, late, and completed activity
- Supplier confirmations and proposed updates
- Due dates, carrier details, and tracking numbers
Review changes before acting.
Keep the supplier’s response beside the relevant PO details. A revised date, quantity, or shipping update becomes part of the order’s history, giving buyers the context to decide what happens next.
Find the orders that need follow-up.
Use order status and communication activity to identify pending responses and late items. Buyers can review individual orders; managers can use the broader procurement view to prioritize work across the team.
One order. Different commitments.
Two lines on a purchase order can have different due dates and supplier responses. Review the individual lines to identify the item awaiting confirmation, then open its communication history before following up.