Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to IT Procurement and Contract Negotiation:
- Define IT procurement and its importance in the banking sector.
- Explore the stages of the IT procurement process.
- Discuss the key elements of IT contract negotiation.
- Understand the strategic objectives of IT procurement.
- Identify common challenges and best practices in IT procurement.
Unit 2: Fundamentals of IT Agreements:
- Define IT agreements and their components (hardware, software, IT applications).
- Explore the types of IT contracts and their purposes.
- Discuss the significance of service level agreements (SLAs) in IT contracts.
- Analyze case studies of IT procurement agreements in the banking sector.
- Identify key clauses in IT contracts and their implications.
Unit 3: Negotiation Strategies for IT Procurement:
- Learn best practices for negotiating IT procurement contracts.
- Develop skills in assessing and prioritizing negotiation objectives.
- Explore strategies for effective vendor negotiations.
- Discuss the role of negotiation in achieving favorable contract terms.
- Examine the impact of negotiation on vendor relationships.
Unit 4: Risk Management in IT Procurement:
- Identify risks associated with IT procurement and their impact.
- Develop strategies for mitigating procurement risks.
- Explore risk assessment tools and techniques.
- Discuss the importance of due diligence in IT procurement.
- Analyze real-world examples of risk management in IT contracts.
Unit 5: Legal Considerations in IT Contracts:
- Understand the legal aspects of IT procurement agreements.
- Explore intellectual property rights and data protection in IT contracts.
- Discuss the role of legal advisors in IT procurement.
- Learn about contract compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Analyze case studies of legal disputes in IT procurement.
Unit 6: Managing IT Vendor Relationships:
- Explore best practices for managing IT vendor relationships.
- Discuss the importance of vendor performance management.
- Learn strategies for maintaining long-term vendor partnerships.
- Examine the role of communication in vendor relationship management.
- Analyze real-world examples of successful vendor management.
Unit 7: Drafting and Reviewing IT Procurement Contracts:
- Learn the principles of contract drafting and review.
- Explore common contract clauses and their significance.
- Develop skills in reviewing and amending IT contracts.
- Discuss the importance of clear and concise contract language.
- Analyze examples of well-drafted IT procurement contracts.
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