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Here's how you can avoid the pitfalls of excluding key stakeholders in IT Outsourcing projects.

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In IT outsourcing, involving key stakeholders is critical to the success of your project. Stakeholders are individuals or groups with an interest or concern in your project's outcome. They can range from team members and managers within your company to external partners and customers. Excluding them can lead to misunderstandings, a lack of buy-in, and ultimately, project failure. By recognizing their importance and ensuring their involvement from the outset, you can align expectations, leverage diverse insights, and foster a collaborative environment that benefits everyone involved.

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1 Identify Early

Start by identifying all potential stakeholders early in the outsourcing process. This includes anyone who will be affected by or can affect the project. Think beyond the immediate team to include end-users, support staff, and suppliers. Early identification allows you to understand their needs, expectations, and concerns, which is crucial for tailoring communication and securing buy-in . This proactive approach helps mitigate risks associated with resistance to change or overlooked requirements that could derail your project later on.

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Joel Manfredo, MBA, MS (Finance)

Chief Information, Innovation & Digital Officer at Motion Picture Industry Pension & Health Plans I Board Member
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Know EXACTLY what you are outsourcing and exactly how all those things are done before outsourcing. "My mess for less" NEVER works.

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John Chapas

Entrepreneur and Owner at The Law Office of John W. Chapas II, Esq.; Former Long-Time Big Law Partner
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In practice, excluding certain stakeholders in IT outsourcing decisions happens more often than you would think. Usually it occurs in larger organizations where multiple departments / units will use the outsourced service but only 1 or 2 of the departments / units are involved in the negotiations with the IT outsourcing transaction. Not involving all key stakeholders up front can lead to operational needs not being met. Consequently, it is essential to identify key stakeholders early and keep them engaged throughout the process.

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Vijaya Bhaskar A

Director Customer Success | Account Management | Digital Services
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Stakeholder Mapping is a key aspect of any large IT program, here are some approaches 1. Clear Stakeholder map, internal and external. 2. Dont stop at having a list of stakeholders, but have conversations about what is critical for them, and who are their stakeholders that need to be communicated and at what frequency and help them with the same 3 Tuning the communications and ensuring alignment with every stakeholder is critical one of the key tools that really helps mapping all key stakeholders is Business Model Canvas and Business User Canvas these tools are from the design thinking philosophy and several detailed templates are available online.

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Magdalena Panea Scheffer

You can't manage what you can't measure
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Hereunder some tips to be ready for contingencies: ? Create a comprehensive “stakeholder map”, including internal and external parties, their respective roles, dependencies and relevance/risk in your project or roadmap. ? Engage in early discussions to understand each stakeholder's priorities and concerns, and register their feedback in above map, to analyze the situation comprehensively. ? Develop an “Inclusion strategy plan” for involving each stakeholder based on their influence and interest, the risk and your own priorities.

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2 Communicate Clearly

Clear communication is the cornerstone of stakeholder management. Ensure that you establish open channels of communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates and being transparent about the project's progress and challenges. This openness not only builds trust but also encourages stakeholder engagement . By keeping everyone informed, you can prevent misinformation and ensure that stakeholders feel valued and understood, which is vital for maintaining their support throughout the IT outsourcing journey.

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Iwan Sutedi

Digitalization | Business Process Improvement | Lean Six Sigma | Sustainability | IT Operation | Project Management
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- Ensure that the project has strong executive sponsorship to advocate for stakeholder inclusion and address any issues that arise. - Define the roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder in the project. - Implement a change management plan to help stakeholders adapt to new processes, roles, and responsibilities resulting from the outsourcing arrangement

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3 Engage Continuously

Continuous engagement with stakeholders throughout the IT outsourcing project ensures that their input is considered at every stage. Schedule regular meetings, workshops, or feedback sessions to gather their insights and address any concerns they may have. This ongoing dialogue allows you to adjust your strategies in real-time and reinforces the stakeholders' sense of ownership in the project's success. Their active participation can provide valuable perspectives that might otherwise be missed.

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4 Align Interests

Aligning the interests of stakeholders with the goals of the IT outsourcing project is essential for harmony and success. Identify common goals and areas where stakeholder interests intersect with project objectives. By doing so, you can foster a cooperative environment where everyone is working towards a shared vision. This alignment also helps to prioritize tasks and resources, ensuring that the project delivers value to all involved parties.

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5 Empower Decision-Making

Empower stakeholders by involving them in decision-making processes . When stakeholders have a say in key decisions, they are more likely to support the outcomes. It's important to define clear decision-making frameworks and boundaries to ensure that this empowerment doesn't lead to chaos. By balancing stakeholder input with project needs, you create a collaborative environment where informed decisions are made for the benefit of the project.

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Magdalena Panea Scheffer

You can't manage what you can't measure
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After the contingency plan and interest alignment are set, empower each stakeholder in the decision making process to enhance their commitment to the project. Herewith some tips: ? Define Decision-Making Roles, outlining clearly who has the authority to make decisions on each part of the project. ? Establish Frameworks, create structured processes that allow for stakeholder input without stalling progress. ? Encourage Consensus, aiming for decisions that reflect the interests of key stakeholders whenever possible, and engage the rest with sound and proven arguments.

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6 Monitor Impact

Finally, monitor the impact that stakeholders have on the IT outsourcing project. Assess how their involvement is influencing the project's direction and success. This monitoring allows you to identify any negative patterns or areas where stakeholder contributions could be improved. By keeping a close eye on stakeholder impact, you can make adjustments as necessary to ensure that their engagement remains positive and productive.

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Magdalena Panea Scheffer

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Essential: ?Regular Impact Assessments on how stakeholder contributions are affecting project outcomes. ?Adjust Strategies agily, as needed ?Acknowledge and celebrate positive contributions from stakeholders to maintain their motivation and support. Beyond: ?Use project management and communication tools to streamline engagement ?Be mindful of cultural differences ?Involve stakeholders in identifying and mitigating potential risks ?Provide training and resources

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1 Identify Early

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5 Empower Decision-Making

6 Monitor Impact

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