--- title: "VMS Mistakes to Avoid: 10 Pitfalls for First-Time VMS Buyers" description: Buying your first VMS? 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Most first-time VMS buyers don’t realize they’ve made a costly mistake until months into the project. Here are the 10 most common pitfalls and exactly how to avoid each one before you sign.  Buying your first [vendor management system](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/what-is-a-vendor-management-system-vms) (VMS) is a big step. It changes how your organization requests, onboards, tracks and pays contingent workers, and it touches almost every team that works with them. But choosing the wrong VMS can lead to unexpected costs, implementation delays, low user adoption and a system that doesn't fit your workforce program. ## What are the most common VMS mistakes first-time buyers should avoid? The 10 most common VMS mistakes first-time buyers should avoid are waiting too long to replace manual processes, leaving key stakeholders out of the decision, failing to document current workflows, choosing a VMS that doesn't fit their program, assuming vendor-funded means free, overlooking hidden fees, accepting generic demos, not questioning implementation timelines, forgetting about staffing agencies and failing to plan for user adoption and support. The good news? These mistakes are avoidable. Here are 10 common pitfalls first-time VMS buyers should watch for, along with practical advice on how to avoid each one. If you're just starting your search, visit our [**Getting Started with Your First VMS** guide](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/getting-started-with-your-first-vendor-management-system) for a step-by-step introduction to the buying process. ## Mistake 1: Waiting Until Your Spreadsheets Break Many organizations start looking for a VMS only after something goes wrong: a failed audit, a big billing error or a key person leaving with the spreadsheet in their head. Buying in a crisis means rushing decisions and skipping steps. **How to avoid it:** Watch for the early signs. If you work with several staffing agencies, can't easily see total contingent spend, or spend hours each week reconciling timesheets and invoices, start exploring now while you have time to do it properly. To identify early signs read [How do i know I need a VMS?](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/do-i-need-a-vendor-management-system) ## Mistake 2: Leaving Key People Out Until It's Too Late A VMS touches procurement, HR, finance, operations, IT and every hiring manager who uses contingent workers. When one group is brought in only at the end, they raise objections that send the project back to the start. Don't do this in a vacuum. It will come back to bite you. **How to avoid it:** Name one project owner, usually in procurement or HR, and involve every group from the beginning. Ask each one for its top two or three problems with the current process. Those problems become your requirements and the foundation of your business case. ## Mistake 3: Not Mapping How Your Program Works Today It's hard to choose the right system if you can't describe what it needs to do. First-time buyers often skip this step and end up judging vendors on features that don't matter to them. **How to avoid it:** Before you talk to vendors, write down how contractors are requested, approved, onboarded, tracked and paid today. Note the types of workers you use, your approval steps by spend level, your compliance requirements and the systems you'd want to connect. Share it with vendors so they can show you how they'd handle your program. ## Mistake 4: Choosing a VMS That Doesn't Fit Your Program A platform may offer extensive functionality but still be a poor fit for your program’s size, workflows, budget or internal resources. Choosing without checking that fit can create unnecessary work and costs. For a mid-size or growing program, that can mean long implementations, consultants to configure the system and features you'll never use. **How to avoid it:** Look for a platform that fits the program you have today and can grow with you. Ask vendors about customers your size, how they're configured and how long they took to launch. ## Mistake 5: Assuming Vendor-Funded Means Free There are three main ways to pay for a VMS: - **Client-funded:** Your organization pays the software fee directly, usually monthly and based on workers or spend volume. - **Vendor-funded (also called supplier-funded):** Suppliers pay the software fee. Buyers should still understand how that fee affects supplier participation, negotiated rates and total program costs. - **Hybrid-funded:** You and your suppliers share in the costs. Vendor-funded can look like a free VMS, because you never see a software invoice. But the cost can be passed back to you by the suppliers through higher bill rates, and it can make your true program spend harder to see. **How to avoid it:** Remember that vendor-funded doesn't mean free. It shifts who pays, not whether someone pays. Ask each vendor which funding models they support and model the real cost of each over three years. Conexis VMS supports all three funding models, so you can choose the approach that fits your program and change it as you grow. For a more detailed view, read [Vendor vs Client-Funded VMS](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/vendor-funded-vs-client-funded-vms) ## Mistake 6: Comparing Quotes Without the Full List of Fees Two quotes that look similar can be very different once every fee is added. First-time buyers often compare the headline price and discover the extras later. **How to avoid it:** Ask every vendor for a written list of all fees, including setup, implementation, training, support, integrations, extra users or modules, custom reports and renewal increases. Then compare like for like. For a full breakdown of what to expect, read [How Much Does a VMS Cost?](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/how-much-does-a-vendor-management-system-vms-cost) ## Mistake 7: Accepting a Generic Demo Many demos follow the same script, built around a sample company that looks nothing like yours. It's easy to be impressed by features and miss whether the system handles your specific requirements, workflows, approval steps or compliance requirements. How to avoid it: Send each vendor your high-level process map and top problems before the demo, and ask them to show you how their platform handles your workflows. Have the people who will use the system every day, such as a hiring manager and someone from finance, join the demo and ask their own questions. Learn more at [How to Buy Your First VMS: Pricing, Demos, Questions & Red Flags](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/first-time-vms-buyers-guide) ## Mistake 8: Not Questioning the Implementation Timeline An implementation timeline should reflect your program’s scope, data readiness, integrations and internal availability. Many legacy VMS implementations take six to twelve months, and first-time buyers often assume that’s normal. Accepting a timeline without understanding those factors can lead to delays and unexpected work. **How to avoid it:** Ask every vendor for a realistic go-live date and what each stage involves, from requirements and configuration to integrations, testing and training. A modern, configurable VMS can be live in weeks. With Conexis VMS Easy Start™, most organizations buying their first VMS are up and running in under 30 days. ## Mistake 9: Forgetting About Your Staffing Agencies Your suppliers will use the VMS every day to receive job requests, submit candidates and manage timesheets. If they're onboarded late or not trained, they'll keep sending emails and spreadsheets, and the system won't deliver what you expected. How to avoid it: Tell your agencies early that a VMS is coming and why it helps them too. Ask vendors how they onboard and train suppliers, and make sure supplier training is part of the rollout plan before go-live. ## Mistake 10: Overlooking User Adoption and Service A VMS only works if people use it. If hiring managers find it confusing, they'll find workarounds, and the data you need for reporting will never be complete. Poor support after go-live makes this worse. **How to avoid it:** Choose a platform that's easy to use and a vendor known for strong service. Ask for the vendor's Net Promoter Score (NPS) and speak to a customer reference, ideally another first-time buyer. After launch, train by role, make the VMS the only way to request workers and share early wins so people see the value. For reference, Conexis VMS has an NPS of +71, significantly higher than the VMS industry average. Learn more at [Why NPS is important when choosing a VMS](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/why-net-promoter-score-is-important-for-vendor-management-system-vms) ## VMS Mistakes to Avoid: Quick Summary | Mistake | How to avoid it | | --- | --- | | Waiting until spreadsheets break | Start exploring at the first warning signs | | Leaving key people out | Name a project owner and involve every group early | | Not mapping how your program works today | Document your process before vendor calls | | Choosing a VMS that doesn’t fit your program | Choose a platform that fits your program today and can grow with you | | Assuming vendor-funded means free | Model the real cost of each funding option | | Comparing quotes without the full list of fees | Get a written list of all fees from each vendor | | Accepting a generic demo | Ask vendors to show your workflows | | Not questioning the implementation timeline | Ask for a realistic go-live date and what each stage involves | | Forgetting about your staffing agencies | Plan supplier onboarding and training before go-live | | Overlooking user adoption and service | Check ease of use, NPS and references | ## First-Time VMS Buyer Checklist: What to Do Before Choosing a Provider Before you select your first vendor management system, make sure you can answer these questions: - Have we documented our current contingent workforce processes? - Do we know our total contingent labor spend and how many staffing agencies we use? - Have we involved HR, procurement, finance, IT and operations? - Have we identified the VMS features we need now versus those we may need later? - Do we understand the funding options and total cost of ownership? - Have we asked vendors to demonstrate our actual workflows? - Do we have a clear implementation, supplier onboarding and training plan? - Have we evaluated the provider's customer service and ongoing support? You don't need to have every answer before speaking with a VMS provider. But understanding these areas will help you ask better questions, compare solutions and avoid costly mistakes. ## Buying Your First VMS? Start with the Right Questions. Not sure what features you need, what a VMS should cost or how implementation works? Talk with our team about your contingent workforce program and what to consider before choosing your first VMS. [![Book a Free Consultation](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7617376/7e0f5892-4e14-4544-a29b-3971684b4263.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7617376/7e0f5892-4e14-4544-a29b-3971684b4263) ## Final Thoughts Most first-time VMS mistakes come from moving too fast or not asking the right questions. Start early, involve the right people, know your own process, and push every vendor for clear answers on pricing, implementation and support. Do that, and you’ll be better positioned to choose a VMS that supports your goals and grows with your program. For a step-by-step look at the whole buying process, read [How to Buy Your First VMS: Pricing, Demos, Questions & Red Flags](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/first-time-vms-buyers-guide) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### **When should we buy our first VMS?** Start exploring a VMS when managing contingent workers starts to strain your current process. Common signs include working with several staffing agencies, not being able to see total contingent spend, or spending hours each week reconciling timesheets and invoices. Starting before a crisis, such as a failed audit or a billing error, gives you time to involve the right people and choose carefully. ### **What questions should I ask a VMS vendor?** Ask how the platform handles your specific workflows, which funding models they support, what every fee will be in writing, how long implementation takes and what each stage involves, how they onboard and train suppliers, and what their NPS is. Ask to speak with a customer reference, ideally another first-time buyer. For a complete list, download [The First-Time VMS Buyer’s Guide](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/request-copy-of-free-vendor-management-system-guide). ### **How much does a first VMS cost?** The cost of a first VMS depends on the funding model you choose, your contingent spend or number of workers, and which fees the vendor charges for setup, implementation, training, support and integrations. Always compare the total cost over several years, not just the headline price.  ### What is the most common mistake first-time VMS buyers make? Not mapping how their program works today. Without a clear picture of your requests, approvals, compliance steps and systems, it's hard to judge which VMS fits, and demos end up showing features that don't matter to you. ### Can a small or mid-sized company benefit from a VMS? Yes. A vendor management system can benefit small and mid-sized organizations that use multiple staffing agencies, manage contingent workers across locations or struggle with manual processes. The need for a VMS depends on workforce complexity, administrative workload, compliance requirements and visibility, not just company size. ### What should first-time VMS buyers look for in a provider? First-time VMS buyers should look for a provider that offers the right features for their workforce program, transparent pricing, flexible configuration, integration capabilities, fast implementation and strong customer support. Ask about supplier onboarding, user training, customer references and how the platform will support future growth. ### Is a vendor-funded VMS really free? No. Vendor-funded means suppliers pay the software fee. Buyers should still understand how that fee affects supplier participation, negotiated rates and total program costs. You don't see a software invoice, but you may pay through higher rates.   ### How long should a first VMS implementation take? Many legacy platforms can take six to twelve months. A modern, configurable VMS can be live in weeks. With Conexis VMS Easy Start™, most organizations are up and running in under 30 days. ### Who should be involved in choosing a first VMS? Procurement, HR or talent acquisition, finance, operations, IT and a few hiring managers. One person, usually in procurement or HR, should own the project. ### What hidden fees should I ask about? Ask about setup, implementation, training, ongoing support, integrations, extra users or modules, custom reports and renewal increases. Get every fee in writing before you compare quotes. ### How do I make sure people actually use our new VMS? Choose a platform that's easy to use, train each user group on what they need, and make the VMS the standard channel for requests with a clear transition date and process for exceptions. ### Should our staffing agencies be involved before go-live? Yes. Tell them early, explain how the VMS helps them, and make sure supplier onboarding and training happen before launch so they're ready on day one. ## Additional Reading - [How to choose the best VMS](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/how-to-choose-the-best-vendor-management-system-vms) - [What's the difference between a modern vs legacy VMS?](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/legacy-vs-modern-vms) - [How difficult is it to implement a VMS?](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/how-difficult-is-it-to-implement-vendor-management-system-implementation-tips) - [How.to build a successful business case for a VMS](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/how-to-build-a-business-case-for-vendor-management-system-vms) ## The Conexis VMS Difference Conexis VMS is an [award-winning](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/conexis-vms-awards-and-recognition) vendor management system built for organizations that want the power of enterprise software without the complexity or cost. Leveraging the latest technology, Conexis VMS delivers the expertise, reliability and security of enterprise systems, while offering the flexibility, user friendliness and tailored, personal service you require. Learn more about our [Company](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/company) and what makes [Conexis VMS different](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/best-vendor-management-system-conexis). ## Why First-Time VMS Buyers Choose Conexis VMS Choosing your first VMS doesn't have to mean a lengthy implementation, unexpected fees or complicated technology. Conexis VMS helps organizations move from spreadsheets and manual processes to a modern, configurable contingent workforce management platform. - [**Fast Implementation:**](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/how-do-they-do-it-how-conexis-launches-a-vms-in-weeks-not-months) Most first-time VMS programs go live in under 30 days. - [**Flexible Pricing and No Setup Fees:**](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/pricing) **Standard implementation, configuration and training are included at no additional cost.** - [**Easy-to-Use Technology:**](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/best-vendor-management-system-conexis) Give hiring managers, suppliers and administrators the tools they need to manage contingent workers. - [**Personal Support:**](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-nps-customer-satisfaction-adoption) Work with an experienced account management team throughout implementation and beyond. - [**Enterprise Capabilities:**](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/best-vendor-management-system-conexis) Access advanced VMS functionality without unnecessary complexity for your program. ## Getting Started with Your First VMS? Buying your first VMS doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We’ll guide you through every step, from mapping how your program works today to launching, with no setup fees and free implementation, training and support. | [![Book a private consultation with Conexis VMS](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7617376/838fcdf1-1e6b-4f38-94ca-546b5c3f500a.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7617376/838fcdf1-1e6b-4f38-94ca-546b5c3f500a) | [![Take a self-guided tour of Conexis VMS ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7617376/6617fad0-9168-4a45-b474-c96a34628641.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7617376/6617fad0-9168-4a45-b474-c96a34628641) | [![Book a Demo with Conexis VMS](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7617376/18db2c62-a34a-4454-8010-c1bfc7f5e559.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7617376/18db2c62-a34a-4454-8010-c1bfc7f5e559) | | --- | --- | --- |    [![Getting Started with Your 1st VMS](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7617376/12b506f2-062c-4b78-bd37-415b0ebefc65.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7617376/12b506f2-062c-4b78-bd37-415b0ebefc65)    ![Wayne Burgess](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/Wayne100.png) #### Wayne Burgess Wayne Burgess is the Co-Founder of Conexis VMS, a technology company focused on helping organizations get control of their Contingent Workforce. ### Popular posts ![How Do They Do It? 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