> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.brm.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Overview of BRM Categories and Criteria 

## **Understanding BRM Categories**

In BRM, ***Categories*** organize and structure the types of information you collect within the Vendor, Software, and Agreement Objects. Each Category is composed of *criteria fields*, which capture specific details and data about the category.

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## **Categories Types**

### General 

* Captures information about the vendor or software. It helps clarify the business rationale and intended purpose behind the selection.

### Compliance 

* Focuses on legal and security considerations. It includes documentation like privacy policies, terms of service, and risk assessments related to vendor incidents.

### IT

* Captures technical details relevant to your IT team. It includes system integration, data flow, infrastructure compatibility, and identity management requirements.

### Finance

* Focuses on the financial implications of engaging with a vendor. It includes billing terms, budgeting impact, and any cost-related approvals.

### Legal

* Addresses contractual and regulatory aspects. It includes legal reviews, agreement summaries, jurisdiction concerns, and data protection clauses.

## Understanding Criteria

*Criteria* are the specific data points captured within each Category. Think of them as individual pieces of information that help your team evaluate and track key aspects of a vendor, software, or agreement. For example, within the Compliance category it may include fields such as, "SOC 2" or "Privacy Policy."  This structure enables a comprehensive, at-a-glance overview of the information necessary to make informed procurement or risk decisions.