A supplier day strengthens the bond with your most important partners. It's the moment to discuss strategy, contracts and points for improvement. Start with a clear goal: knowledge sharing, evaluation or new collaboration. Work in three blocks. The morning part starts with a welcome from the board. A short presentation on where your company stands follows. The substantive programme consists of workshops or round-table discussions per supplier category. Plan a networking lunch in another room. That way suppliers also make contact with each other. The afternoon part can consist of a tour of production or the office. After that come bilateral conversations by appointment. Close with an informal get-together. Send invitations 8 to 10 weeks in advance, with a clear agenda and RSVP deadline. Gather feedback afterwards. Share a brief summary of agreements. Live Impact organises supplier days where content and relationship are in balance.