Diagram

Outsourcing Lifecycle Diagram

A visual lifecycle for outsourcing decisions, from readiness and vendor selection to transition, governance, improvement, and exit.

ReadinessScopeVendor selectionContract/SOWTransitionOperateReviewImprove or exit

Plain-English version

1. Readiness

Define this step before moving to the next decision point.

2. Scope

Define this step before moving to the next decision point.

3. Vendor selection

Define this step before moving to the next decision point.

4. Contract/SOW

Define this step before moving to the next decision point.

5. Transition

Define this step before moving to the next decision point.

6. Operate

Define this step before moving to the next decision point.

7. Review

Define this step before moving to the next decision point.

8. Improve or exit

Define this step before moving to the next decision point.

How to use this diagram

Use this page in planning meetings when people are jumping too quickly to vendor names or price. A visual sequence helps bring the conversation back to readiness, scope, accountability, and review.