Beyond contract award: Unlocking value through contract management

Securing a strong contract is only the beginning. The real challenge lies in ensuring that the commitments made during negotiations translate into measurable value and better outcomes.

Join Efficio for an insightful panel discussion exploring how public sector organisations can strengthen contract management, drive cost savings and improve supplier performance. Hosted by Scott Collins, Senior Manager at Efficio and former London Borough Councillor and Cabinet Member with 24 years of local government experience. The session will bring together industry experts to share practical insights, experiences and approaches to unlocking greater value from public sector contracts.

Panel:

• Vinod Joshi, IT Contracts & Commercial Manager, Reading Council
• Darren Knowd MBA, former Head of Procurement and Commercial at Durham Council

Key topics include:

• Operational vs. commercial contract management: Why both are important, how they differ and when each approach is needed.
• Driving cost savings through contract management: How commercial contract management can help unlock savings and deliver greater value from existing contracts.
• What makes a great contract manager? The skills, capabilities and behaviours needed to manage contracts effectively.
• The role of AI in contract management: How AI can support contract management processes and improve efficiency
• Securing senior leadership buy-in: How to demonstrate the value of contract management and gain support from senior decision-makers.
• From contract management to supplier relationship management: When and how to make the transition to a more strategic approach to managing suppliers.