Ratings are provided to suppliers on a quarterly basis. The number of parts received into Deere's inventory is divided by the average daily inventory for a given period of time. The goal for inventory turns is agreed upon and established by the supplier and the Supply Management Specialist. Warranty Rating Provides documentation regarding the reliability of suppliers' products while in our customers' hands and under vehicle warranty. Warranty data and quarterly rating feedback will be used as a constructive tool to help provide a superior product and assist in improving product reliability.
Delivery Evaluate a supplier's ability to respond to our delivery needs.
Appropriate advanced product quality planning activities must be completed on a timely basis. Supplier also provides design support and participates in design FMEAs. 4.6 - 5.0 Does not have introduction problems. Understands applications and voluntarily provides verification. 4.0 - 4.5 Introduces products with few problems.