Although the outcomes of transformation initiatives can be summarized as going from good to great, or great to greater, any number of events may warrant transformation services: The procurement function is viewed as a tactical, back office function. A significant change in the amount of spend under management. Difficulty in attracting and/or retaining talent. There is a low level of organizational maturity. End-to-end activities are performed by a single role (e.g., supplier management, sourcing, contracting, buying, performance management, etc.). The organization is experiencing a lack of resilience, innovation and/or performance from the supply chain. A recent or planned merger, acquisition or divestiture. A significant planned, ongoing, or completed ERP or procurement solution implementation. An existing or expected significant amount of oversight from external audit or review organizations.