Here are some of the reasons COPs say the certification has benefited them and their companies: 

• Recruit top talent – Companies gain employees whohave proven competency in outsourcing and who have demonstrated they have the skills required to improve outsourcing outcomes

• Improve communication – Professionals on all sides of outsourcing gain a common language based on professional standards that improves communications

• Win business – Service providers with teams of COPs become more attractive to clients as potential partners because suppliers can validate their expertise with the certification

• Gain prestige – Use of the COP letters after a job title and on resumes shows an achievement of the highest professional standards in outsourcing