Overview: As organizations continue to digitize, the demand for efficient and strategic IT procurement has grown. The Procurement for Digital Transformation and IT program addresses the complexities of sourcing technology, including software, hardware, and digital services. Participants will learn how to evaluate IT vendors, manage licensing agreements, and optimize procurement for digital transformation initiatives, ensuring cost-effective, secure, and scalable technology acquisitions.
IT procurement specialists looking to deepen their expertise in technology sourcing.
Procurement professionals involved in digital transformation projects.
IT managers tasked with evaluating and acquiring technology solutions.
Business leaders aiming to optimize IT investment for digital transformation.
Navigate IT procurement complexities, from vendor selection to contract negotiations.
Assess and select technology vendors based on value, security, and long-term viability.
Manage software and SaaS licensing, ensuring compliance and cost control.
Procure cloud and cybersecurity solutions aligned with organizational standards and risk tolerance.
Support organizational digital transformation goals through strategic technology procurement.
Learn the essentials of procuring software, hardware, and IT services, focusing on compatibility, scalability, and organizational fit
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Develop criteria for evaluating IT vendors, assessing product quality, support, and long-term viability to ensure value.
Gain expertise in software licensing models, SaaS subscriptions, and contract negotiations, focusing on compliance and cost-efficiency.
Learn to procure cloud solutions and cybersecurity tools, ensuring alignment with security standards and risk management practices.
Understand how to align technology procurement with digital transformation objectives, supporting organizational goals through strategic sourcing.
Develop skills to identify and mitigate risks associated with technology procurement, from vendor lock-in to cybersecurity threats.
Apply your learning by creating a comprehensive IT procurement strategy for a sample organization, focusing on vendor selection, licensing, and digital transformation alignment.
Exam Codes | Exam (AC-IPDTS)® |
Exam Details | The exam will focus on the principles, processes, and strategies of IT procurement, and its alignment with digital transformation goals, emphasizing vendor management, emerging technologies, compliance, and strategic value creation. |
Number of Questions | Maximum of 100 questions per exam |
Type of Questions | Multiple choice |
Length of Test | 120 Minutes |
Passing Score | 600 (on a scale of 1000) |
Recommended Experience | No prior experience necessary |
Languages | English |
Retirement | None |
Testing Provider | Affiliate Partners Testing Centers |
Price | $399.99 USD |
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