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Governments need to plan for the entire product lifecycle when they purchase technology today

American City & Country

These multifaceted issues underscore the need for a diverse, well-informed procurement team that can navigate the technical, ethical, legal and community aspects of implementing effective public safety tools while ensuring responsible use of taxpayer resources.” . Consider the total cost of ownership, not just upfront costs.

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Benchmarking in Procurement: The Key to Maximising Business Value

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

Supports better decision-making Provides data-driven insights for procurement teams. Improves service quality Drives better supplier performance and customer satisfaction. Ready to deepen your procurement expertise? Encourages best practices Helps companies learn from industry leaders.

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Charging Forward: Public sector EVs pose both challenges and opportunities for state agencies and their partners

American City & Country

Across the country, state and local procurement teams are taking up the call to expand electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. Moreover, as EV tech improves and becomes more widely adopted, the costs associated with electric vehicles are expected to decrease—reducing total cost of ownership (TCO) compared to a gas-powered fleet.

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Navigating the 5 Steps of the Procurement Journey Part 1

The Procurement School

A RACI (responsible, accountable, consulted, informed) chart is an effective project governance tool so that team members understand their responsibilities and to ensure accountability throughout the procurement process. Following these steps meticulously can bolster the chances of a robust procurement process with a solid foundation.