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# Preferred Vendor Relationships

### Becoming a Preferred Vendor

Clients may designate trusted agencies as preferred vendors.

Benefits include:

* Increased visibility
* Priority consideration
* Stronger client relationships
* Faster engagement opportunities

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### Managing Preferred Status

Monitor preferred vendor relationships directly from your dashboard.

Review:

* Client associations
* Vendor status
* Relationship history

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### Managing Preferred Consultants

Preferred consultants help agencies quickly respond to opportunities.

Create and manage consultant groups based on:

* Skills
* Experience
* Availability
* Client preferences

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#### Watch Video: Managing Preferred Consultants

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