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In today’s rapidly evolving IT hardware and software landscapes, understanding the complexities of tariffs, procurement constraints, and shifting policy environments is more important than ever. Join Southern Computer Warehouse (SCW) for an insightful discussion that unlocks the often-overlooked challenges in IT procurement. We’ll explore how tariffs, regulatory changes, and contract structures impact purchasing decisions and vendor relationships. You'll gain practical insights into navigating procurement roadblocks, managing lead times, ensuring compliance, and adapting to evolving policies — all while maintaining efficiency and cost-effectiveness to stay ahead in a constantly shifting market.

Approved for one (1) UPPCC Credit Hour - UPPCC Body of Knowledge:

• Domain I.  Regulatory & Compliance, A. Apply laws, policies and procedures to the procurement process.  D.  Apply unique attributes of regional, national, and international procurement processes.
• Domain III.  Procurement Life Cycle:  Sourcing & Supplier Selection, B.  Utilize alternative and non-competitive procurement methods, E.  Evaluate solicitation respondents and responses (e.g., responsiveness and responsibility, cost analysis, technical analysis) – specifically the cost analysis point
• Domain VI.  Procurement Business Principles, B.  Recognize emerging trends – specifically what is going on with the changing environments due to tariffs

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After registration, you will receive a link for this virtual event. If you do not receive the link, please contact Trudi at pastpresident@rmgpa.org.