Project Management and Planning Resources
A point of sales (POS) systems needs assessment is essential for planning the selection and deployment of a point of sales system. This checklist will assist in defining system requirements and will also provide...
Organizations generally use a standard set of contract templates for service delivery, product acquisition, infrastructure sharing, construction and resale. For projects which will require goods or services to be procured outside of the organization,...
Once the decision to purchase goods or services from outside of the organization has been made, the project manager needs to execute the procurement plan and solicit bids from qualified vendors. As part of...
The following project procurement make or buy analysis spreadsheet considers two straightforward options: procuring from a 3rd party supplier and procuring internally. Keep in mind that many projects will face additional procurement options and considerations. The attached make or buy procurement analysis example includes a basic analysis using NPV and IRR, as well as a graphical representation of payback over time.
First, we should differentiate between an RFP (Request for Proposal) and a RFQ (Request for Quote). Generally speaking, an RFP will outline the broad goals and objectives of the project, and request potential vendors...
This software selection project plan document project provides project managers and stakeholders with an overview of project deliverables. This work breakdown structure document can also be used as a checklist for ensuring all key...