IT Outsourcing - Vendor Selection and Contracting from Pluralsight

IT outsourcing is commonplace in modern IT. This course will teach you how to select the best vendor for your outsourcing project and how to set up a strong IT outsourcing contract.

Vendor selection and vendor contracting are outsourcing-specific activities that have a significant impact on the success rate of outsourcing projects. This course, IT Outsourcing - Vendor Selection and Contracting, covers important topics in these fields, which are unfamiliar terrain for most IT-project and team managers. First, you will discover the tools and techniques needed for setting up a long list of potential vendors for your project. Next, you will zoom in on the process of narrowing down your long list until you reach the most fit-for-purpose vendor. Finally, you will explore the various parts of an IT contract that are of interest to you as a project manager, and how you can use these clauses to steer the project to a successful outcome. After completing this course, you will have enough knowledge of the concepts involved in vendor selection and vendor contracts that you can execute these activities in your own projects.

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Course Overview

Introduction to Vendor Selection and Contracting

The Vendor Selection Process

Outsourcing Contracts: Setting up the Main Transaction

Outsourcing Contracts: Specifying the Work or Service

Outsourcing Contracts: Minding the Security and Legal Details

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores vendor selection and vendor contracting, which are essential for successful outsourcing projects

Taught by Tommy van Schaik, who is recognized for their work in IT outsourcing

Provides a comprehensive understanding of outsourcing-specific activities, such as vendor selection and contract setup

Covers important aspects of IT contracts for project managers

Requires no prerequisites, making it accessible to a wide range of learners

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Learners who complete IT Outsourcing - Vendor Selection and Contracting will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

IT Vendor Manager

An IT Vendor Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing the relationship between a company and its IT vendors. The manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the relationship, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and performance management. This course would be beneficial to professionals who seek to advance or begin a career as an IT Vendor Manager. The information about vendor selection and IT outsourcing would be crucial to the success of a professional who is in charge of working with vendors.

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IT Procurement Manager

IT Procurement Managers are in charge of sourcing and purchasing hardware and software for their organizations. They also manage vendor relationships, and ensure that goods and services are delivered on time and within budget. Professionals who take part in this course and complete the program will gain knowledge in many key areas that directly relate to IT Procurement. The information regarding vendor selection, IT outsourcing, and IT contracts will be critical for an individual who wants to succeed as an IT Procurement Manager.

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IT Project Manager

An IT project manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing out IT projects. Project Managers have to ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Project Management overlaps with both vendor selection and IT outsourcing. Therefore, this course can help IT Project Managers with these key areas. It will also be useful for Project Managers to have a better understanding of IT contracts as these often have a major impact on the success of IT projects.

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IT Consultant

Individuals who work as IT Consultants provide expert advice and guidance to organizations on a variety of IT-related issues. Consultants help organizations with strategic planning, systems integration, and project management. This course would be useful for IT Consultants who want to improve their understanding of vendor selection and contract management as these areas can impact the success of the projects they work on.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts work with stakeholders to understand their business needs and then translate those needs into technical requirements. Business Analysts may also be involved in vendor selection and contract management. This course would be useful for Business Analysts who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Auditor

IT Auditors are responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of an organization's IT controls. Auditors also make recommendations for improvements to IT controls. This course would be useful for IT Auditors who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Security Manager

IT Security Managers are responsible for developing and implementing security measures to protect an organization's IT systems and data. Security Managers may also be involved in vendor selection and contract management. This course would be useful for IT Security Managers who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Risk Manager

IT Risk Managers are responsible for identifying and assessing IT risks. Risk Managers also make recommendations for mitigating IT risks. This course would be useful for IT Risk Managers who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Compliance Manager

IT Compliance Managers are responsible for ensuring that an organization's IT systems and practices are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Compliance Managers may also be involved in vendor selection and contract management. This course would be useful for IT Compliance Managers who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Service Manager

IT Service Managers are responsible for managing the delivery of IT services to an organization's users. Service Managers may also be involved in vendor selection and contract management. This course would be useful for IT Service Managers who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Operations Manager

IT Operations Managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of an organization's IT systems. Operations Managers may also be involved in vendor selection and contract management. This course may be useful for IT Operations Managers who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Tester

IT Testers are responsible for testing the functionality of software applications. Testers may also be involved in vendor selection and contract management. This course may be useful for IT Testers who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Architect

IT Architects are responsible for designing and developing the architecture of an organization's IT systems. Architects may also be involved in vendor selection and contract management. This course may be useful for IT Architects who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Infrastructure Manager

IT Infrastructure Managers are responsible for managing the physical and virtual infrastructure that supports an organization's IT systems. Infrastructure Managers may also be involved in vendor selection and contract management. This course may be useful for IT Infrastructure Managers who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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IT Developer

IT Developers are responsible for developing and maintaining the software applications that an organization uses. Developers may also be involved in vendor selection and contract management. This course may be useful for IT Developers who want to gain a better understanding of IT outsourcing and contract management.

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