Sourcing, Procurement and Vendor Management Track

Become Catalysts for Business-Led IT Sourcing

Sourcing, procurement and vendor management leaders must become catalysts for business-led IT sourcing while supporting diversity and sustainability. This track will help sourcing, procurement and vendor management leaders reinvent their role by focusing on business outcomes through digitally enabled processes & tools and provide value by leveraging data to make better decisions

Opportunities to interact with sourcing, procurement and vendor management professionals

  • What's Included
  • Recommended Sessions
  • The Gartner Difference
At the conference you will have access to:
  • One 30-minute one-on-one session* with a Gartner expert of your choice. Get targeted, personalized guidance to help you plan proactively and invest wisely.
  • 100+ sessions dedicated to the most key topics including talent management, cloud, AI, cost & value and more
  • Networking receptions to connect with your infrastructure and operations peers
  • 100+ solution providers at the forefront of technology.
  • Small, interactive sessions moderated by Gartner experts including workshops and  roundtables.*

*Preregistration is required. These sessions are available to end users only; space is limited.
Sourcing, Procurement & Vendor Management Spotlight Track

 

  • Parpare for your Next Major Software and SaaS Renewal Negotiation with Gartner's 5-Phase Approach 
  • How to Leverage SAM for Critical Cost Savings 
  • IT Outsourcing Framework to Effectively Manage Service Providers
  • Optimize Infrastructure Costs During Vendor Negotiations with Gartner's Triple A Framework 
  • Low Negotiation Leverage: Developing a Game Plan
  • 9 Approaches to Optimize Short-, Mid-, and Long-Term External Spend Costs
  • How to Use Gartner's Labor Rate Calculator To Negotiate IT Services Pricing? 
  • How Organizations Can Avoid a Budget Blowout When Buying AI & GenAI
  • Avoid Buyer's Remorse: Adopt 5 Practices for Highly Effective Technology Buying 
  • Unlock Hidden Cost Savings Opportunities with Disciplined IT Vendor Management 
Sourcing, Procurement and Vendor Management Leaders at Gartner IOCS

Gartner brings Sourcing, Procurement and Vendor Management leaders the actionable, objective insights, expert guidance and tools needed to achieve their mission-critical priorities. At Gartner IT Infrastructure, Operations & Cloud Strategies Conference, tackle your key initiatives and learn how to thrive in today’s world.

Gain Access to:

  • Objective, research-backed sessions led by Gartner experts
  • Personalized interaction with seasoned experts
  • Actionable insights and best practices on your most pressing challenges
  • Informal and formal networking opportunities with your peer