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In-depth explanations of procurement concepts, from tail spend to vendor consolidation.
Compliance
Up-to-date guides on NIS2, DORA and GDPR, tailored to your software procurement.
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The best suppliers and practical purchasing tips by software category.
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What is tail spend management in software?
Tail spend, the long tail of small software subscriptions, costs organisations millions without anyone noticing. What it is, why it’s so difficult to manage, and how to tackle it.
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What is shadow IT and why is it a risk?
Shadow IT, software used by employees without IT approval, is bigger and more dangerous than most organisations realise. What it is, how it develops, and how to tackle it.
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What is vendor consolidation and how do you approach it?
Most organisations pay for more than 150 software subscriptions. Vendor consolidation — deliberately reducing the number of suppliers — is the most effective way to save costs and regain clarity.
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NIS2: everything you need to know about the cybersecurity law and software procurement
NIS2 is the biggest European cybersecurity law in years. For organisations in critical sectors, many changes are coming, including in the area of software procurement and supplier management. This is everything you need to know.
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DORA explained: impact on software procurement in the financial sector
DORA comes into force on 17 January 2025 and fundamentally changes how financial organisations procure and contract software. Here’s everything you need to know about the five pillars, the contractual requirements, and the impact on supplier management.
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Software audits: how do they work and how do you protect yourself?
Software audits are a proven business model for suppliers and an expensive surprise for clients. How does an audit work, which suppliers carry them out, and how do you protect yourself?
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Software licensing models explained: subscription, perpetual and usage-based
Subscription, perpetual or usage-based, choosing the right licensing model can save you tens of thousands of pounds. This is a clear overview of all models, their pros and cons, and how to make the right choice.
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