Picture this: a role that combines your vast knowledge of the magical world of contracts with the ability to conjure up the best deals and agreements. That’s what it means to be a contract management wizard! And here’s why it’s not just a cool title, but also a business-savvy function in today’s competitive landscape:
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Contract management 2.0: why technological applications boost outsourcing results
Overall, technology is improving the way we work. When it comes to managing contracts theseimprovements – mostly automation related – have a positive impact on business results, supplier management as wellas on customer and employee satisfaction. Technologies like artificialintelligence (AI), robotics and blockchain can improve contract management issues like compliance, data management, invoice settlement and contract analysis.
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Automation and robotics create great opportunities, but Human Resources (HR) needs to engage in a much more active conversation within their own organisation. It is not interesting to see automation as a cost issue, rather focus on improving your service and customer experience. In a Dutch article I elaborate on the fact that practically no one is actively asking what work will look like and which skills sets will be important for employees. Organisations should proactively approach people with this line of questioning. Line management is opportunistic, and especially concerned with the short-term result. It is crucial for HR to take the lead in the ‘future of work’ discussion.
This Dutch article was published in the magazine HR Strategie as a result of my keynote speaker session at the Tommorrow@work event. Not familiar with the Dutch language? Contact me for a chat!
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