Catering Contracts Supervision and Control
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Catering Contracts Supervision and Control Course
Introduction:
Our comprehensive training courses are available in two formats: open public training courses and in-house training sessions. In any catering organization, the efficient allocation of substantial financial resources and assets hinges on the successful management of catering contracts. Establishing and overseeing formal agreements with suppliers of goods and services necessitates a thorough comprehension of business requirements and organizational needs. Additionally, staying abreast of contracting practices is crucial for ensuring effectiveness.
The primary objective of this course is to delve into advanced practices that are widely recognized as leading to world-class performance in catering contract management. By participating in this program, participants will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to assess their current standing and determine areas for improvement.
Throughout the course, we will explore cutting-edge techniques and best practices that drive excellence in catering contract management. Topics covered will include contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, risk mitigation, performance evaluation, and contract administration. By examining these advanced practices, participants will acquire the tools and insights needed to enhance their capabilities and elevate their performance in catering contract management.
Whether you are a catering professional looking to refine your skills or an organization seeking to optimize your contract management processes, this course is designed to meet your needs. Join us and unlock the key principles and strategies that will lead to world-class performance in catering contract management.
Course Objectives:
Participants attending the program will:
- How to be more effective in contract management activities
- Appropriate type and form of contracts for different situations
- How to anticipate problems and manage risks
- How to integrate project management with contract needs
- Best means of handling disputes and performance issues
- How to establish terms and conditions for different situations
- The latest advances in contract management
Who Should Attend?
- Catering Managers
- Tenders Staff
- Contracts Staff
- Buyers
- Purchasing
Course Outlines:
- Principles of Good Catering Contracting Process
- Overview of Tendering & Catering Contract Award Process
- Key Steps in the creation of catering Contracts
- Essential Elements of a Valid catering Contract
- Other Types of Obligation Documents
- When to Obtain Legal Advice
- Law of Agency
- Organizing Strategies for Catering Contract Management
- Defining Catering Contract Management Responsibilities
- Planning for Catering Contract Life Cycles
- Work Plan Best Practices
- Basic of catering contract planning
- Communication
- Improving Catering Contract Management
- Essential elements of catering contract management
- Contract Startup Techniques and Tools
- Incorporating Risk Assessment and Management
- Warranty and Claims Management
- Cost Tracking and Management
- Project Closeout
- Effective Handling of Catering Contract Performance Issues
- Design and Specification
- Work Ordering Process
- Contract Administration
- Reporting Mechanisms
- Cost Control •Quality Assurance and Control
- Recovery Clauses
- Termination and suspension
- Eliminating Sources of Catering Contract Disputes
- Errors and omissions
- Anticipating and avoiding Conflicts
- Conflict Resolution
- Dealing with Unknowns
- Tracking Changes
- Managing Expectations
- Resolving disputes
- Negotiation
- Litigation
- Arbitration
- Alternative Dispute Resolution – especially mediation
- Understanding and Developing Catering Contract Terms and Conditions
- Finding Contract Templates
- Using standard form documents
- Modifying standard forms
- Drafting special conditions
- Issues for subcontracts
- Case Studies
- Review of different types of contractual strategy and some real problems
- Catering Contracts in the Twenty-First Century
- Strategic Alliance and Partnering Agreements
- Prime Contracting and other Consolidated Sourcing Contracts
- Online Contracting
- Online dispute resolution
- Supporting E-commerce
- Catering Contract Management Review and Summary
- Course Highlights and Final Observations
- Other Sources of Information