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This review is about establishing what the vendor will allow you to see and what type of system access you will have during the process.  \n Outgoing Performance Audits  \n Root Cause / Corrective Action / Preventative Action Plan  \n Ensure Ongoing Sponsor Oversight  Documentation  \n Project Milestone Dates and Documents  \n| Initial Vendor Assessment-Perform a qualification audit using the steps below.\u003Cbr>A. SOP Review – Check your vendor’s processes, especially as they relate to the essential tasks they will perform on your behalf. This is critical for TMF management. Processes must be solid and validated. The specifics of documented processes provide you with a measureable means of holding your vendor accountable.\u003Cbr>B. Compliance Review – All tasks essential to your success should be documented as measurable KPIs that determine compliance with SOPs. Measuring compliance is essential. Establish a review of key metrics like turnaround time and quality checks to allow you to seethe work.\u003Cbr>C. Review Training Records – Request information on training. Training records reduce risk while showing the team’s experience. What are the training expectations for the vendor? Are the teams assigned compliant training? Are they following protocol?\u003Cbr>D. CV Review – Verify the experience history and background of the staff.\u003Cbr>Scope of Work-This section is about contracts and agreements. Establish and set expectations upfront with the vendor. Create a timeline for what will happen from start to finish.\u003Cbr>A. Define Roles and Responsibilities – Establish ownership and accountability early in the process. This allows you to understand and assess the effectiveness of the team later in the process. Who is doing what? Who is responsible for what?\u003Cbr>B. 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