Requests For Proposals (RFP) don't have to be a headache. "The Art of Creating a Quality RFP" shows you how to guarantee that your RFP will generate quality responses by presenting a step-by-step process that will guide any practitioners to obtain the most value for their organization. This book gives you templates for RFPs that have been tested in the real world and examples of tools of the trade. It walks you through each step of the RFP process in an easy and methodical manner. In every chapter you'll find "Power Thoughts" that reinforce the benefits of that chapter. Even seasoned professionals will benefit from the tried-and-true examples and tools that can be found in this book.
George Bordon is an expert in strategic procurement and supply chain management. As a leader in global procurement, he has sourced goods and services and negotiated agreements with suppliers from more than thirty countries. His career has spanned companies ranging in size from midmarket to Fortune 500, where he has built high-performance procurement teams, driven cost reduction and revenue growth, and promoted total quality management. He was key in helping one company receive the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.
Steven Jeffery is a seasoned executive who has managed sourcing efforts for numerous high-profile and Fortune 500 companies. As a specialist in IT and human resources sourcing, vendor/supplier management, and contract administration, he has successfully negotiated with some of the world’s largest corporations, including Microsoft, Blue Cross Blue Shield, American Family Insurance, and Pepsi.