The ISG Outsourcing Index for Q1 2013 reports a significant decline in global contract value, down 27% year-over-year, with notable shifts in market performance. While mega-relationships increased by over 50% year-over-year, smaller contract awards weakened, particularly in mature markets in the Americas and EMEA, while Asia-Pacific showed growth. BPO services remained strong despite overall declines in the ITO sector, with specific sectors like telecom and travel outperforming historical averages.