Mastering SaaS Procurement
What you'll learn
- Overview of the modern SaaS negotiations pillars, trends, and challenges
- Critical problems in SasS negotiations like the information asymmetry between buyers and sellers
- Key aspects of negotiations, e,g,, licensing model and a sourcing strategy
- Practical cases and examples of negotiations with well-known vendors
Requirements
- Basic understanding of cloud computing services
- Any experience in SaaS negotiations to recognize familiar situations and issues
- Willingness and capability to learn
Description
Description:
Embark on a transformative journey into Software as a Service (SaaS) procurement with our comprehensive Udemy course! SaaS procurement revolutionizes how businesses acquire cloud-based software applications, offering unparalleled flexibility and cost efficiency.
In this course, we demystify the complexities of SaaS procurement, guiding you through key concepts and negotiation specifics essential for success in today's dynamic business landscape. From understanding pay-as-you-go pricing structures to navigating security and compliance considerations, we equip you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to thrive in SaaS procurement.
Highlights of What You'll Learn:
Fundamentals of SaaS Procurement: Gain a comprehensive understanding of SaaS procurement, including its unique features and benefits compared to traditional software licensing models.
Negotiation Strategies: Learn effective negotiation tactics, some explicitly tailored for SaaS procurement, ensuring favorable terms and maximizing value for your organization.
Cost Management: Discover how to optimize cost predictability, scale-up, and scale-down strategies to manage your SaaS license mix effectively and minimize wastage.
Security and Compliance: Understand the critical importance of security and compliance in SaaS procurement and learn how to navigate these challenges successfully.
Practical Exercises: Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through practical exercises, reinforcing your understanding and enhancing your professional skills.
By the end of this course, you'll emerge as a proficient SaaS procurement professional equipped with the expertise to navigate complexities, mitigate risks, and drive impactful changes. Empower yourself to make strategic decisions that optimize SaaS solutions for sustainable growth and a competitive edge in today's fast-paced digital environment.
Enroll now and unlock the secrets to mastering SaaS procurement!
Who this course is for:
- SaaS current or prospective buyers or IT vendor management experts
- IT professionals engaged in the SaaS acquisitions
- General business public
- IT procurement professionals and rookies
Instructor
- 4.0 Instructor Rating
- 65 Reviews
- 11,580 Students
- 5 Courses
Sergii Dovgalenko holds 22 years of executive procurement experience across the telco, aviation, and railway industries and various geographies, where he contributed to some significant global sourcing and transformation projects.
Sergii is interested in technology procurement, IT strategy, operational models, project management, and service delivery. He is the author of “The Technology Procurement Handbook: a Practical Guide to Digital Buying.”
Sergii is a Fellow and a licensed tutor of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Management (CIPS.)