Introduction to ICT Procurement

Scotland is acknowledged as a leader in public procurement, ensuring that money spent by the public sector delivers economic, social and environmental benefits for our communities.

Understanding public procurement is vital for all staff working with public funds. This course is suitable for practitioner or expert level people working in procurement.

This course is for those wishing to gain or refresh knowledge of ICT procurement. It is particularly useful for those who are relatively new to ICT procurement. The content is presented by a trainer and supported by illustrative case studies and group work.

Topics

• Overview of software and systems in terms of scale, scope, risks, markets and licence arrangements.
• IT as a business process enabler including impacts on operational processes and practice.
• Standard product or bespoke service
• Advantages and disadvantages of open source software
• Commonly occurring risks including examples of major public and (where available) private sector IT projects
• Best practice IT procurement process and supporting tools including an overview of Scottish Government recommended procurement and related project management process, and contractual models.
• Ensuring sound governance and stakeholder engagement in major IT enabled change management programmes
• An overview of outsourcing and impacts on people e.g. TUPE regulations
• Understanding business need and managing key relationships both internally and externally

This course forms part of a suite of procurement workshops delivered by the Scotland Excel Academy as part of the Scottish Government's Procurement and Commercial Training Framework. Visit the Scotland Excel Academy for information on our full range of courses.

Courses can be booked by anyone working within the Scottish public sector and registered Scottish charities. Courses are not open to the private sector or any organisations outside of Scotland. For further details on eligibility, please contact academy@scotland-excel.org.uk