A concise resource for all aspects of contract management in an e-business
age, World Class Contracting, Fifth Edtion is organized in a
simple, easy-to-follow format, focusing on business partnerships, people,
processes, tools and best practices. The book includes a valuable discussion
of increasing contract complexity, the need for enterprise contract management
processes, and a fair, balanced, and independent review of six of the leading
contract management software/systems/tools/applications and how they can help
you improve performance.
A special feature is the discussion of more than 100 best practices from
leading global companies involved in contracting for a wide range of goods and
services. The best practices are discussed in each phase of the contract
management process.
Additional features include:
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More than 25 sample forms that can be used in everyday contract management
situations
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United nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods
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The Uniform Commercial Code
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Glossary of contract management terminology
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Extensive bibliography of resource materials
Revisions from the previous edition include:
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Chapter 4 contains updated coverage of professional associations certification
programs and credentials for NCMA, ISM, IACCM, and PMI.
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Chapter 6 includes new coverage of reverse auctions.
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Chapter 8 includes an updated discussion of cost plus award fee contracts and
time & materials contracts.
Two new chapters have been added:
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Chapter 16 – Contractor Teaming Arrangements
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Chapter 17 – Managing Subcontractors
