Creating Backorders and Other Supply Advisory Events
Created:
Aug 17, 2023
Updated:
July 9, 2025
In addition to Recall Events, Suppliers can create Supply Advisory events for issues such as Backorders and Shortages. Use this functionality to communicate to Providers your organization's plans to mitigate the impact of the event.
Creating Supply Advisory Events
Administrators and Supply Advisory Coordinators will see the Supply Advisories tab on their platform view. Click on the Supply Advisories tab to see a list of Supply Advisory events for your organization. Look at the product update announcement for an example of a Supply Advisory event.
Click on Add to create a new event.
Enter required information in the fields listed. Field list details are provided below.
Attach any relevant documents.
List links to any helpful online content under Additional Resources.
Enter a brief Description of the event.
Enter guidance you wish to provide in the Alternatives & Conservation Measures area.
Click Next at the bottom of the screen.
Product List
Adding products is optional. However, to add specific product information, click Add Product and enter teh details. For more information, please read "Adding a Product list."
Actions
Include any actions you want your Providers to complete or questions you would like them to answer regarding the event. It is recommended that you include at least one question or action. Consider adding, "Please inform others in your organization about this disruption event." with a checkbox as the response type.
