Supplier Inclusivity Programs
We are proud to be a long-standing leader in supplier inclusivity, being one of the first U.S. corporations to launch a dedicated program back in 1968. We aim to drive economic growth and impact for suppliers and their communities by fueling local employment and providing competitive value.
Today, our Supplier Inclusivity efforts center around four pillars:
Supplier Advocacy: Our sourcing organization, business unit partners and prime suppliers work closely to identify opportunities for consideration and inclusion of all suppliers. Our efforts also include supplier coaching, mentoring and capability assessment to support current and prospective supplier contract success.
Prime Supplier Program: We work with our strategic suppliers to support their efforts to build an inclusinve pipeline of subcontractors.
Small Business Engagement: AT&T focuses on furthering our commitment to economic growth by supporting purchases from small local suppliers. By doing so, we aim to bolster economic development within local communities and enhance our commodity areas.
Supplier Financing Program: AT&T's Supplier Financing Program enables suppliers to leverage the credit power of AT&T. Our suppliers benefit by freeing up additional cashflow at a low interest rate that they may not be eligible to receive at their financial institutions.
