Strategic Objectives Alignment: Demonstrating alignment with corporate strategic objectives is

crucial for gaining board approval for the SIAM business case.

Headcount Control: One of the primary benefits of SIAM is optimizing resources, which includes

controlling headcount by reducing the need for extensive internal service integration capabilities.

External Service Integration: Given that there is no appetite from the Board for using ZYX staff for

service integration, leveraging external capabilities aligns with the objective of controlling

headcount.

Contract Delivery: While ensuring delivery against contracts is important, SIAM’s contribution to

headcount control is more direct and measurable.

Investment in People and Business Retention: While SIAM can contribute to these areas, the most

immediate and significant impact is on controlling headcount through efficient external service

integration.

Reference:

SIAM Foundation Body of Knowledge (BoK), Chapter on SIAM Business Case Development

SIAM Professional Body of Knowledge (BoK), Strategic Alignment Sections