IntroductionA well-managed outsourcing arrangement can deliver sustained savings or added value of between 30% and 50%. But achieving this level of benefit requires not only a sound sourcing strategy and a comprehensive sourcing implementation approach but alsoand perhaps most importantlyan effective sourcing management framework in place throughout the life of the relationship.Scope*The aim of this report is to answer key questions about the final phase of the sourcing journeynamely ongoing sourcing management.*This report provides best practice and "lessons learnt" for sourcing management, basid on experience from over 700 Orbys sourcing engagements.HighlightsIndustry leaders recognize that the short-term costs of implementing effective sourcing management structures are more than outweighed by the potential costs of termination and re-competition should these relationships fail.Reasons to Purchase*In Orbys' experience, a well-managed outsourcing arrangement can deliver sustained savings or added value of between 30% and 50%.*A self-assessment scorecard is provided for an initial assessment of the effectiveness of your current sourcing management framework.