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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. When local governments purchase technology, it’s crucial they understand the unique constraints and responsibilities they face. Consider the total cost of ownership, not just upfront costs.

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Everyone, including top leaders, need to be on-board when agencies install new technology

American City & Country

One of the most important factors for local governments to consider before purchasing any new technology is how quickly and effectively it can be integrated into an organization’s existing tech stack without disrupting day-to-day operations. According to Witt, governments must also consider the total cost of ownership of the new system.

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Navigating the 5 Steps of the Procurement Journey Part 1

The Procurement School

The Commercial section details all pricing-related information and where bidders submit their pricing and should it include all applicable costs to calculate The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Once the draft procurement document is prepared it may be subject to specific legal review and final approval before posting.

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Evolution of the Status Quo

The Procurement School

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. Public Procurement in Canada Certified procurement professionals play a pivotal role in the public procurement world.

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The Purpose of Procurement: How ESG is Changing our Roles

The Procurement School

There will always be a cost of goods to consider but it will be a much broader view with the total cost of ownership internalized as much as possible. Procurement decisions were largely one-dimensional – with economic interests being the first choice.