8 Tactics to Gain Stakeholder Support and Avoid Costly Mistakes

As a supply chain leader, you are expected to elevate service, lower cost, and strengthen resilience, often while working with limited internal capacity. Many companies are addressing these pressures by partnering with managed transportation providers: teams of logistics specialists supported by modern TMS technology who centralize operations and drive continuous improvement.

Identifying the right partner is only the beginning. Lasting success depends on presenting a clear and credible business case that explains why outsourcing is necessary, what value it will deliver, and how the transition and long-term relationship will be managed.

This template helps you build that case for your C-suite and cross-functional stakeholders. Follow these eight steps to secure alignment, reduce perceived risk, and prevent costly missteps.

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