Course

On Demand: Technology Basics for Procurement

  • Instructor: Online Learning
    Online Learning
    Phone: 800-367-6447Fax: 703-736-9644
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  • Level: Foundation
  • Format: On Demand
  • Contact Hours: 2
Understanding IT commodities like software, hardware, services, and support is crucial for procurement professionals seeking to broaden their skills and knowledge base. NIGP’s On Demand: Technology Basics for Procurement is a self-paced learning experience that delves into these fundamental concepts. By mastering these key areas, individuals can enhance their procurement expertise and advance their careers in the rapidly evolving technology-driven industry. This course equips learners with essential technology knowledge, empowering them to navigate procurement processes effectively and establish strong vendor relationships. Acquiring these foundational skills is vital for staying competitive and achieving success in procurement roles.
Pricing:
PriceCostBeginsEnds
Online: Technology Basics for Public Procurement (Member Rate) $50.00  
Online: Technology Basics for Public Procurement (Non-Member Rate) $100.00  
Online: Technology Basics for Public Procurement (Member Rate) $50.00
Online: Technology Basics for Public Procurement (Non-Member Rate) $100.00

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain why procurement requires basic knowledge of technology.
  • Identify terms related to procuring software, hardware, services, and support.
  • Differentiate between the three types of licenses for procuring software.
  • Determine the relationship between software and hardware.

Intended Audience

This offering is targeted to individuals who meet or exceed the following professional demographics:  

  • Entry-level public procurement and central warehouse professionals who serve as assistants, coordinators, buyers, or equivalent functions within their respective entities.   

  • Non-procurement managers and supervisors who are responsible for either the procurement function or staff who provide procurement functions under delegated authority.   

  • Professionals who are employed by governing entities and special authorities (such as K-12 and higher education, publicly-owned utilities, transportation providers, and other publicly-funded or created organizations) that either serve within or manage the procurement function.  

  • Suppliers or representatives of suppliers seeking to understand the public procurement function from a holistic level, including the policies, standards, and procedures by which public entities must function.  


Miscellaneous

Payment Information

  • Register online with credit card
  • Register online and upload a Purchase Order
  • Register by fax and download the print & fax form

*FORM OF PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION FORM FOR ORDER TO BE PROCESSED

Methods of Payment Accepted: Check (make checks payable to NIGP), Purchase Orders (via print and fax form or online), and Credit Cards (Master Card, Visa, and American Express).

If paying by check, please make check payable to NIGP and send payment to:
NIGP, Attn: Seminar Registration
440 Monticello Avenue Suite 1802
PMB 63452
Norfolk, VA 23510

Cancellation Policy

There are no refunds, all sales are final.

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On Demand: Technology Basics for Procurement