Identity confidence
- Legal name and registration match across sources
- No status conflicts
- Clear company number linkage
Guide: supplier comparison
How to compare Irish company profiles before contracting
Make better sourcing decisions with a clear comparison scorecard for identity, governance, and operational continuity.
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Governance consistency
- Director history is stable
- No abrupt leadership turnover
- Ownership updates are traceable
Operational reliability
- Filings are timely
- Address and contact details are coherent
- No unexplained data gaps
Example comparison matrix
| Scenario | Identity | Governance | Operations | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supplier with clean profile | Strong | Stable | Consistent | Proceed with normal onboarding |
| Supplier with mixed signals | Mostly strong | Some alerts | Irregular filings | Request extra evidence and review |
| Supplier with weak signals | Mismatch risk | High change activity | Missing/old data | Hold until verified |
Workflow
Collect
Pick 2 to 4 candidates and load public fields for each across the same date window.
Normalize
Score each dimension with shared language so teams can compare objectively.
Decide
Choose the best match for your risk appetite, not only the cheapest offer.
FAQs
Can I use one comparison template for every department?
You can, but teams usually tune governance and operations weightings by business function.
What if both candidates look similar?
Add a second review round for operational context and recent changes before contract finalization.
Can this replace legal due diligence?
No, it is a strong front-end filter. Keep formal legal checks for higher contract values.
Should address mismatch automatically fail a candidate?
Only if other signals also raise concerns. For borderline cases, request clarification and proof.