Chapter 11 - IT Procurement Planning and Strategic Sourcing

IT procurement planning may drive different expected results such as:

• Reduction in the number of overall contract awards
• Understanding and managing total cost of ownership
• More purchasing options-lease vs. buy
• Data-driven decision making
• Improved risk mitigation prior to award
• More identification of opportunities where suppliers can add value
• Increased understanding of the IT industry-procurement staff become more knowledgeable about supply chains and costs.
• Performance driven contracts-data driven supplier performance (i.e., automated and electronic tracking systems).

Improved relationships with suppliers-more communication, face-to-face meetings (quarterly review sessions).