Remove Procurement Remove Project Management Remove Total Cost of Ownership
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Governments need to plan for the entire product lifecycle when they purchase technology today

American City & Country

No question, government procurement is different from acquisitions outside the public sector, Cunningham believes. Here are a few more skills Cunningham feels belong on the IT purchasing team: project management, financial analysis and communication skills. Consider the total cost of ownership, not just upfront costs. .

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Evolution of the Status Quo

The Procurement School

The procurement world around us is changing rapidly. To adapt, our relationships and project delivery models must become more effective, efficient, and strategic. Collaborative project delivery provides a multi-party planning environment that allows for the most relevant equipment selections.