What is external collaboration in SAP LOD-ESO - Sourcing OnDemand?

SAP Term: external collaboration

• Component: LOD-ESO

• Component Name: Sourcing OnDemand

• Description: The act or process of collaborating with one or more external users such as suppliers on a draft legal contract with status Saved, in order to finalize terms.

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• Key Concepts: 
  External collaboration in SAP LOD-ESO Sourcing OnDemand is a feature that allows users to collaborate with external parties, such as suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders, on sourcing projects. This feature enables users to share documents, communicate in real-time, and manage the entire sourcing process from one central platform. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the external collaboration feature in SAP LOD-ESO Sourcing OnDemand, users must first create a project and invite external parties to join. Once the project is created, users can share documents, communicate in real-time via chat or video conferencing, and manage the entire sourcing process from one central platform. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the external collaboration feature in SAP LOD-ESO Sourcing OnDemand, it is important to ensure that all stakeholders are aware of the project timeline and any deadlines that need to be met. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all documents are shared securely and that all communication is kept professional. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on external collaboration in SAP LOD-ESO Sourcing OnDemand, please refer to the official documentation available on the SAP website. Additionally, there are several online tutorials available that provide step-by-step instructions on how to use this feature.