VENDOR PROCESS TRAINING CENTER

AVM VENDOR TOOLKIT

framework with Tools & Templates that Have Built-In Authentication, Internal Controls And Best Practices

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Framework to Avoid Fraud, Compliance Fines and Bad vendor Data

New for 2026! 1 Internal Control and 1 Best Practice

What's Included

New!  Now Includes the Vendor Callback Confirmation ToolkitTM

AVM 3 Step Vendor Setup & Maintenance Process EGuide

  • 5 Authentication Techniques
  • 30 Internal Controls
  • 18 Vendor Master File Best Practices
  • 18 Vendor Validations / 26+ Resources
  • 8 Step Process to Clean Your Vendor Master File
  • 5 Step Merger-Acquisition Process
    79 Pages
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AUTHENTICATION

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Authentication matrix template  
Are You Communicating with Your Vendor or a Fraudster?

When you call your bank, you are required to answer two to three identifying questions to verify you are who you say you are.  Do the same and authenticate vendors and internal team members that contact with vendor inquiries or requests.  Download template and customize. 

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Internal Vendor Request Form
Collect Correct Vendor Contact Data

  • Stop searching websites for correct vendor contact
  • Receive requests from internal employee, then send instructions and requested forms to vendor for completion

Substitute W-9 Vendor Setup Form - Template
Collect Authenticating Data

  • Combines the IRS Form W-9 & a Vendor Setup Form
  • Collects more info than the IRS form alone
  • Requires authenticating data when changing vendor info to validate against the vendor record
  • New for 2026! Added Remittance Email field
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Substitute W-8BEN & W-8BEN-E Vendor Setup Form - Template
Collect Authenticating Data

  • Combines the IRS W-8 Forms & a Vendor Setup Form
  • Collects more info than the IRS W-8 forms alone
  • Requires authenticating data when changing vendor info to validate against the vendor record. 
    New for 2026! Added Remittance Email field

Vendor Banking Form - Template
Collect Authenticating Data

  • Don't just accept what is submitted which can be forged, require a company branded banking form
  • Requires authenticating data when changing vendor info to validate against the vendor record. 
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VALIDATION

Vendor Validation Reference List 
Are you Performing All Required Vendor Validations?

  • 28 Vendor Validation Resources
  • Links to Validation Resources
  • Excel File
  • Download template and customize 
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    global Vendor Registration Numbers List
    100+ Countries

    It's not just about the IRS Tax ID.  Other countries have business, personal and tax registration numbers that can be collected to verify the vendor is real.  Includes the format for each registration number and either a validation link or a link for more information. 

    MANAGEMENT

    Desktop Procedure - Templates
    Document Your Processes

    • New Vendor Add - US
    • Vendor Existing Vendor Change - US
    • Vendor New Vendor Add - Non-US
    • Vendor Existing Vendor Change - Non-US
    • Help Desk / Authentication
    • Vendor Master File (VMF) Vendor Data Review
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    Vendor Communication Script - Templates
    Read During Phone Call or Paste in Email

    • Existing Vendor Change Instructions
    • New Vendor Add Instructions
    • Vendor Notification of Change
    • Vendor Notification of Add
    • Vendor Validation Request to Vendors

    W-8 Expiration Date Tracker - Template
    Track Compliance

    • IRS W-8 Series Forms Expire
    • Expiration is December 31st of the 3rd Year based on the Signature Date
    • Built-In Formula Calculates Expiration Date
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    Vendor Policy - Template
    Document for Internal Employees How to Do business w/the Vendor Team (Leadership Sign-Off)

    • Clickable Table of Contents
    • Roles and Responsibilities
    • Internal Controls
    • Requirements for Vendor Setup / Changes
    • SLA / Turnaround Time
    • Vendor Inactivation
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    New! Vendor Callback Confirmation ToolkitTM

    Vendor Callback Confirmation ToolkitTM 
    Implementation Guide
    6-Step Process to Implement

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    Vendor Callback Confirmation ToolkitTM
    Desktop Procedure
    Complete Process For Remittance Details Confirmation and Payment Confirmation

    Vendor Callback Confirmation ToolkitTM
    Process Map
    Visualize Your Vendor Callback Confirmation Process

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    Vendor Callback Confirmation ToolkitTM
    Log
    Keep Track of Vendor Callback Confirmation Status

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    Vendor Callback confirmation ToolkitTM
    Scripts
    10 Scripts For Calls, Emails or  Mailed Letter

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    AVM Vendor Toolkit (26 Tools and Templates)