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The CIO’s guide to smarter vendor negotiation: 10 tips

CIO

Prices are increasing, and negotiation is becoming more difficult,” agrees Melanie Alexander, senior director analyst on Gartner’s sourcing, procurement, and vendor management team. Vendors are not granting the same concessions they have in the past.” What’s more, technology contracts are often multilayered.

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Managed Services: Everything You Need to Know

Kaseya

Reduced Stress: IT infrastructure management involves executing a number of technical tasks. It can include endpoint management (desktops, laptops, servers), network management, compliance, help desk, repairs, routine maintenance, etc. Having an internal IT team means working with a bunch of IT vendors.

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Fleet Management Software: Key Functions, Solutions, and Innovations

Altexsoft

Using dedicated software for managing fleet brings multiple benefits to the table: automate tasks (e.g. provide real-time insights for better management of both drivers and vehicles. maintain compliance with the major regulations for commercial drivers. Rates and quotes management. Compliance documents. encryption.