Ensuring results for Petróleos Mexicanos: Implementing robust post-award contract management

This chapter evaluates the current contract management system developed in PEMEX and suggests actions to shift from ensuring contract compliance to promoting contract performance. Strategic contract management provides additional assurances towards the effective delivery of suppliers’ contractual commitments. It also contributes to strengthen PEMEX relationships with its suppliers, being a stepping stone for the development of more strategic alliances creating additional value.