5-15.3 Maintaining Supplier Commitment

To ensure that suppliers retain motivation to attain rewards and recognition, the frequency and number of awards presented to suppliers must be considered. The following tactics can assist the Postal Service in maintaining the prestige of supplier recognition and rewards:

• Use high-caliber suppliers in the evaluations to reinforce the idea that the competition is of high quality.
• Present the awards in a highly visible setting to ensure that the prestige of the award is recognized and remains high.
• Hold awareness evaluations in a timely manner. Awards should be given frequently enough to keep suppliers encouraged, but not so frequently that the award is no longer seen as an accomplishment over a substantial period of time.