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

American City & Country

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. . Consider the total cost of ownership, not just upfront costs.

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Evolution of the Status Quo

The Procurement School

Collaborative project delivery provides a multi-party planning environment that allows for the most relevant equipment selections. Decision-making using Choosing by Advantages (CBA) and that incorporates Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principals provides customer-centric solutions that pay dividends far beyond initial construction.