World Class Contracting, Fifth Edition

A special feature is the discussion of more than 100 best practices from
leading global companies involved in contracting for a wide range of goods and
services. The best practices are discussed in each phase of the contract
management process.

Additional features include:

• 
  More than 25 sample forms that can be used in everyday contract management
  situations
• 
  United nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods
  
• The Uniform Commercial Code
  
• Glossary of contract management terminology
  
• Extensive bibliography of resource materials
  

Revisions from the previous edition include:

• Chapter 4 contains updated coverage of professional associations certification
  programs and credentials for NCMA, ISM, IACCM, and PMI.
  
• Chapter 6 includes new coverage of reverse auctions.
  
• Chapter 8 includes an updated discussion of cost plus award fee contracts and
  time & materials contracts.
  

Two new chapters have been added:

• 
  Chapter 16 Contractor Teaming Arrangements
  
• Chapter 17 Managing Subcontractors