An organization has signed a contract to outsource its service desk function to a supplier.

The activity that would most help the organization at this stage is "Integrating supplier activities into the organization's value streams." ITIL 4 emphasizes the importance of ensuring that outsourced services are seamlessly integrated into the organization's overall service delivery model. By aligning supplier activities with the organization's value streams, the organization can ensure that its customers and users receive consistent and seamless support services​.