Overview
“Create a partner landscape that optimally supports digital transformation“
Transforming an organisation into a digital enterprise is a significant undertaking that is likely not achievable without leveraging the resources and expertise available in the market. Creating a strategic partner landscape in a dynamic playing field is crucial for a successful transformation. ?
The process of partner selection and contracting is pivotal for organisations aiming to navigate the complexities of this task. Best value procurement takes centre stage, emphasizing not only cost-effectiveness but also the strategic alignment of partners with the organisation’s overarching goals. The focus should be on partners delivering long-term tangible value rather than demonstrating the best technological skills.?
It is crucial that the selected partners exhibit a profound understanding of digital transformation, demonstrating agility and adaptability to stay ahead of technological advancements. Potential partners should have already adopted a next generation operating model themselves, fitting digital enterprises. This entails not only technological compatibility but also a cultural fit that fosters collaboration and innovation. Understanding the nuances of cloud is important, as partners must possess the capability to harness the power of cloud technologies for enhanced efficiency and scalability. Ensure that the purchasing team is aware of these requirements and that there is a selection process in place which ensures involvement from the CCoE and the CLT.?
In the realm of partner selection and contracting, foresight is paramount. Partnerships should not merely address current needs but also be aligned with the anticipated trajectory of the organisation. Cultivating a collaborative ecosystem that seamlessly integrates with the organisation’s culture and supports its future mode of working is the cornerstone of a successful partnership in the digital age. As organisations embark on their digital transformation journeys, the meticulous selection and contracting of partners lay the foundation for sustained success in a dynamic and ever-changing landscape.
Activities checklist
Initial:
- Prioritising best-value procurement ?
- Ensuring that requirements such as strategic alignment, cultural fit, long-term tangible value, familiarity with digital transformation, etc are known by the purchasing team?
- Equipping procurement team with relevant knowledge?
- Designing and executing a selection / procurement process for digital transformation partners?
- Determining the scope of the outsourcing contracts?
- Selecting partners
Recurring:
- Keeping track of timelines for renewal of contracts?
- Evaluate the capabilities of the partners to extract lessons learned
RASCI
| cloud consultant | supporting | transformation consultant | |
| cloud architect | cloud partners | ||
| cloud security specialist | DevOps team | ||
| cloud developer | business stakeholder | ||
| cloud engineer | architecture | ||
| cloud analyst | security | ||
| product owner CCoE | responsible | finance | |
| management | accountable | procurement | supporting |