This annual conference is an unrivaled event, providing procurement professionals with state-of-the-art information relating to all facets of the acquisition process. From the opening orientation—presented by the Caucus Executive Advisory Committee—to Wednesday’s ICN- sponsored closing luncheon, you’re sure to gain knowledge and new understanding regarding high tech procurement.

Networking opportunities are an important benefit of attending this conference which offers communication with both presenters and attendees. Many of the interactions initiated at the conference develop into long-term business relationships. Another added benefit for conference attendees is the industry-focused supplier exhibits with varying products and services.

The Do Better Deals Conference is a significant industry event, tailored specifically for the technology procurement professionals. This intensive, three-day conference provides an opportunity for you to gain in-depth knowledge about what’s happening in “best practices” technology deals.

You’ll gain information that will ensure that you do better deals and manage deals better. Presentations involve critical insights on diverse issues, such as negotiation skill, contract issues, RFP development, outsourcing, vendor management, and software licensing.

The atmosphere and activities support networking, which means you’ll pick up tips from your peers as well as from the experts.

The Technology Procurement Conference is an intensive three-day conference that provides an opportunity for you to gain in-depth knowledge about what’s happening today in technology deals. Each year it is tailored specifically for professionals involved in procuring IT-related products and services.

You will learn how to do better deals and manage those deals better. Workshops led by leaders in the field will broaden your perspective in terms of dealing with vendors, improving negotiation leverage, and understanding the complexities of deals. Presentations, tutorials, roundtable discussions and facilitated dialogue offer critical insights on diverse issues that include negotiation skills, contract issues, leasing, outsourcing, vendor management, and software licensing.

The atmosphere and activities support networking. Conference events include a reception with food and spirits, continental breakfast daily, refreshment breaks throughout and finally a closing luncheon. In response to requests from many attendees at the previous conferences, we’ve scheduled three-hour breakout sessions. That means you’ll get more in-depth information about the topics of interest.