What is NCMA's Common Language Initiative and Why is It Important?

NCMA's Common Language Initiative aims to standardize terminology within the procurement and contract management profession, fostering clearer communication and mutual understanding among professionals. This initiative is important because it reduces misunderstandings, streamlines processes, and enhances collaboration across different sectors and organizations, ultimately leading to more efficient and effective contract management practices. Download your free eBook below and learn how you can help us work towards a common contract management language today.

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Help us create a Common Language by adopting the Contract Management Standard (CMS™). By incorporating the CMS into your framework, we can provide a common language for the contract management profession as the basis of hiring, training, and career development.

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