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Tag Archives: IT procurement

Mayhem of Multiples

Mayhem of Multiples
Mayhem of Multiples  By Elgin Ward, CAUCUS Executive Director Every SOW should contain a reference to a specific, governing Master Agreement. Every SOW should be negotiated and managed to be completely consistent with specific, governing Master Agreement. Every SOW should provide that it is subject ONLY to the Master Agreement and not governed by any term...
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Finding and filling HOLES

Finding and filling HOLES
There are always HOLES in our processes, all need improvement. Such HOLES can be difficult to see, especially if we are too satisfied with current outcomes. Using Hansei or deep reflection, IT procurement  can find and fill the HOLES as part of Kaizen or a continuous improvement program. I. Ask yourself, how are things going with...
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Sharpen Your IT Procurement Skills in the Big Easy

Sharpen Your IT Procurement Skills in the Big Easy

Chatter Internet Radio Show

Sharpen Your IT Procurement Skills in the Big Easy Join us here monthly for the new CAUCUS Chatter. An internet radio show designed for the IT Procurement person in you!  So sit back, relax and listen to hosts CAUCUS Executive Director Elgin Ward, and CAUCUS CEAC Chair Robert Wright speak with your peers...
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Who is our AUDIENCE?

Who is our AUDIENCE?
    Some IT procurement professionals might think they have done their job if they negotiate a deal that saves the Customer a lot of money and includes terms and conditions that protect against most major risks. These things are important. But, here’s an important question: What duty, if any, does the IT procurement professional have to negotiate...
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