Supplier Diversity
At CNA, diversity and inclusion is a core value. We seek to forge strong, innovative relationships with qualified businesses owned and operated by people of diverse backgrounds.
CNA’s Enterprise Procurement Group is responsible for managing all processes, systems and activities relating to the purchase of supplies and services at the best value, in a timely manner, while maintaining fairness to suppliers. Below, you will find information on the Workday Unified Supplier Portal, our standard purchasing terms, and how to register as a prospective supplier. Also below is some high-level information on our Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) process and platform, ProcessUnity.
CNA'S USE OF WORKDAY
Workday is CNA’s e-commerce solution for purchasing, invoicing and payments. Transacting with CNA via Workday will be addressed during contracting activities. To interact with CNA, suppliers must set up a profile on the Workday Unified Supplier Portal (USP) and link to CNA’s account. The USP is free; there is no cost for suppliers. Working with us electronically can help you increase your order-taking efficiency, reduce mistakes and delays fulfilling orders, and maintain a better presence with CNA. Benefits to suppliers include:
- Efficient invoice submission (PO Flip)
- Instant visibility into purchase order and invoice status
- Efficient payment processing
- Reduced manual paper transaction processing
CNA'S USE OF PROCESSUNITY
CNA’s TPRM team utilizes ProcessUnity as its platform for performance of supplier due diligence. Within ProcessUnity, suppliers are responsible for responding to all applicable Due Diligence Questionnaire(s), providing necessary evidence, responding to any applicable follow up requests from CNA and working with the Issue Approver to remediate any identified Issues. Suppliers may receive automated email notifications from ProcessUnity from time to time during the review process.
TRAINING
Need help getting started with Workday or ProcessUnity? The resources below offer detailed guidance.
3. ProcessUnity Supplier Guide
Any additional questions can be directed to WorkdayProcurement@cna.com or ThirdPartyRiskManagement@cna.com.
STANDARD PURCHASING TERMS
Refer to the standard purchasing terms and conditions, which apply to all purchase orders for goods or services.
View Standard Purchasing Terms and Conditions >
SUPPLIER CODE OF CONDUCT
At CNA, we are committed to conducting business ethically and responsibly, and we expect the same from our suppliers. Our Supplier Code of Conduct outlines the standards and expectations that guide our relationships with suppliers, ensuring that they align with our values of trust, teamwork, honesty, mutual respect and contractual business terms. This Code reflects our commitment to Quality, Workplace Health and Safety, Diversity, and Data Security Confidentiality and Accuracy to name a few. We believe that by upholding these standards, we can work together to create a positive impact on society and the environment, while fostering long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.
PROSPECTIVE SUPPLIERS
Suppliers wishing to pursue business with CNA should register their company information via the link below . This does not confer any preferred supplier status or guarantee that you will be contacted, receive a contract or request to bid, or be awarded business. Completing the registration process lets commodity owners know you are interested in doing business with CNA and provides information used in our sourcing selection process.