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Public Teleconferences
Join CIO Executive Council members and participate in the following live teleconferences:
* Planning for Succession:
Models for IT Leadership Development, June 23
* Change Leadership at General Growth Properties: A
Pathways Leadership Development Seminar, June 25
* Managing Change: Centralizing Your IT Organization
July 29
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The Keys to Vendor Management
Whether you're new to vendor management or a seasoned negotiator, these expert tips can help you learn more about the process, add value to your deal with any vendor and put you in the driver's seat.April 17, 2008 — CIO —
ABC: An Introduction to Vendor Management
The combination of innovative IT and a cooperative orientation toward vendors leads directly to better vendor performance and firm profitability.
ABC: An Introduction to Service-Level Agreements
SLAs are a critical component of any vendor contract. Beyond listing expectations of service type and quality, an SLA provides remedies when requirements aren't met.
Vendor Management: Price Doesn't Matter
Think brutal price negotiations with vendors benefits your business with cost savings? You may be surprised.
How Do You Measure Value for the Money?
Many methods of quantifying ROI are inherently flawed. These tips can help you calculate your real return on investment.
Truths and Tips on the Flawed Request for Proposal Process
Fundamental flaws in the request for proposal (RFP) process strip customers of nearly all negotiation leverage and put the vendor squarely in the driver's seat. These tips will make sure you're the one driving the deal.
Vendor Entertainment a No-No?
Don't be so narrow-minded...vendor entertainment and press releases about customers are additional points for negotiation and can add value to your deal with any vendor.
© 2008 CXO Media Inc.
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