At i3 NZ we provide procurement services for major brands, we are here to help you through the entire process. To ensure that the right products are acquired cost-effectively and align with your business goals. We can help with Identifying Needs: Understand what IT resources are required. Setting a Budget: Plan how much can be spent. Specifying Requirements: Define technical and functional needs. Researching Vendors: Compare suppliers and gather quotes or proposals. Selection and Approval: Choose the best option and gain approval. Purchase and Delivery: Place the order and verify the received items. Integration: Install and integrate the new IT solution.
Needs Assessment
The needs assessment stage of IT procurement focuses on identifying what the organization requires to achieve its goals and solve existing challenges. It involves gathering input from key stakeholders, analyzing current IT resources, and pinpointing gaps in infrastructure or capabilities. By prioritizing essential features and forecasting future needs, the organization creates a clear list of requirements that aligns with business objectives and ensures scalability. This step lays the groundwork for a successful procurement process by defining what solutions are needed and why.
Budget planning
The budget planning stage of IT procurement ensures that the organization allocates sufficient funds for the required IT solutions while staying within financial limits. It involves evaluating the total cost of ownership, including purchase price, installation, maintenance, and future upgrades. Stakeholders review priorities to balance needs with available resources, gaining approval for the budget from decision-makers. This stage ensures the procurement is cost-effective and aligned with financial goals.
Purchase and delivery
The purchase and delivery stage ensures the selected IT solution is ordered, received, and verified. This involves issuing a purchase order to the chosen vendor, confirming delivery timelines, and checking the received items against specifications. Quality checks are performed to ensure the solution meets requirements, setting the stage for successful implementation and integration into the organization.