For them outsourcing is an important and familiar tool in achieving their objectives. Consequently, better processes for monitoring and managing contracts are being developed. More appropriate service level agreements that serve both the client and supplier equitably are being devised. Governments are finding it increasingly difficult to maintain assets, especially infrastructure. They can relieve this burden by outsourcing asset management.
Governments have multiple budget priorities, and many are cash strapped.
In this challenging environment, maintenance often lands on the bottom of the list. By outsourcing the management of assets like roads and buildings, governments can save money and reap the benefits of private-sector expertise.