Some public sector agencies think JOC pay as you go services are appropriate and cost effective.
In point of fact, paying a percentage fee to a “JOC consultant” for tools and services is up to 10x more expensive than simply paying for annual software and cost data subscriptions, and any required training.
Thus, public sector procurement and facilities management professionals should take a hard look cost and associated benefits of their current and planned JOC Programs. Paying 10x more for a JOC Program is contrary to the fiduciary responsibilities of public sector professionals.
While it may be “easier” to get approval from “operating funds” versus capital expenditures, easier is rarely better.
Best value JOC Program tools and services are readily available for any type or size JOC Program.
