The Technology Procurement Handbook
The Technology Procurement Handbook

Author: Sergii Dovgalenko

Publisher: Kogan Page Publishers

Published: 2020-04-03

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 1789662117

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With the rise of cloud services and the digitization of all business units, procurement managers need to understand how to buy technology services in order to generate revenue, drive innovation and retain customers. The Technology Procurement Handbook provides a structured and logical view of the digital buying process. It includes invaluable advice on how to manage digital demand, prepare sourcing strategies, analyze the cost and benefits of proposed solutions and negotiate and implement comprehensive agreements. The Technology Procurement Handbook examines the multiple streams of data that feed into the technology procurement process, such as ITIL service lifecycle data, PMI project management and cloud and software contract provisions. The book includes case studies and extensive practical advice based on the authors experience from recent procurement projects. There is also a chapter on modular contracting for the US market, explaining the use of agile contracts for IT projects.

Handbook of Theories for Purchasing, Supply Chain and Management Research
Handbook of Theories for Purchasing, Supply Chain and Management Research

Author: Tate, Wendy L.

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2022-05-13

Total Pages: 592

ISBN-13: 1839104503

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This clear and coherent book introduces agent-based modelling (ABM) to those who are not familiar with nor have been previously exposed to computational simulation. Featuring examples, cases and models, the book illustrates how ABM can, and should, be considered as a useful approach and technique for the study of management and organisational systems.

Part 3 Handbook
Part 3 Handbook

Author: Stephen Brookhouse

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-07-25

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 1000705072

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The decision to take the final step to become a fully qualified architect and sit the Part 3 exam is a daunting journey into the unknown. Fortunately, this new edition of the Part 3 Handbook demystifies the whole process of qualifying, dispelling commonly held myths and offering genuine insight into what examiners really want. Written by an experienced practitioner and Professional Studies Advisor, and endorsed by the RIBA, the book concentrates on the separate elements that you will be assessed on in the Part 3 exam.