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Technology IT Procurement Foundations
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Explain the key attributes of the Bimodal IT operational model, Pace-layered Application Strategy, and Adaptive Sourcing concept.
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Recognise the main pillars of technology procurement – ITIL Service Lifecycle, Project Management cycle, and strategic sourcing process.
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Develop the TCO model of a digital service. Understand the basics of cloud computing technologies and business models, software development, licensing, support, and maintenance.
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Define the specifics of sourcing of technology services.
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Prepare the negotiation plan involving procurement value levers and TCO elements.
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Review the basics of technology contracting.
Overview
Off the shelf (OTS)
Aimed at those with 2-3 years procurement experience - As a procurement professional or a member of a cross-functional team sourcing a complex technology service, you would need to comprehend the underlying technology at a conceptual level, analyse core business requirements, understand the digital service lifecycle, TCO model, and a project management plan and translate that into negotiation arguments and contract provisions. This course will explain the above and help you prepare a simple yet useful costing model and an efficient sourcing strategy, sound negotiation plan, and fit-for-purpose contract.
Delivery method
Virtual
Course duration
14 hours
Competency level
Working
