CIPS takes the view that the outsourcing of services to specialist providers can
often lead to better quality of services and increased value for money. Purchasing
and supply management professionals should have the knowledge and skills
required to manage the outsourcing process and to advise colleagues of the most
appropriate solution to obtain best value for money in the provision of services.
CIPS strongly recommends that the purchasing and supply management
professional ensures clarity on the rationale for outsourcing at the outset and that
until such clarity is achieved the purchasing and supply management professional
should advocate caution when embarking on the outsourcing process.