PLANNING AND PROCUREMENT
Buy Connectivity with Confidence
Whether managing connectivity directly or in partnership with trusted advisors, organizations can leverage vCom’s platform and subject matter specialists to design, source, and implement network and mobility solutions with greater speed, visibility, and control.
Overview
Purchase the right technology at the right price
Finding and buying the right network and mobility services take time, expertise, and trusted vendor relationships. vCom’s platform and subject matter experts help organizations easily evaluate options, negotiate contracts, and deploy solutions efficiently and cost-effectively.
Benefits of Planning and Procurement
Proud to be an extension of every team
vCom teams up with organizations and their trusted advisors to build technology strategies, source the right vendors, and secure optimal contracts across a range of network, mobility, and technology use cases.
Optimized Costs
Get the most competitive price with an infrastructure audit, capacity planning, and expert advice to help make the right purchasing decisions.
Best Value and Solutions
Personnel Relief
Better Understanding
Understand "the art of what's possible." Stay informed about current market conditions, key players, and where the technology is headed.
Greater Visibility
See and manage all proposals, quotes, vendors, and contracts in one place to eliminate surprises and address issues promptly.
Increased Efficiency
Streamline planning and procurement processes, reducing complexity while saving time and resources.
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Our trusted advisors help you plan, source, and deliver a wide variety of technologies.
SOLUTION DESIGN
Design the right solution for today and tomorrow
Building a best-fit solution starts with understanding each organization’s unique requirements. vCom’s subject matter experts collaborate with internal teams and partners to define needs, assess current operations, and design tailored network and mobility solutions. The process includes a comprehensive audit and full RFP management—streamlining sourcing and accelerating results.
SOURCING
Compare pricing and place orders across multiple vendors
The sourcing process is simplified through our live marketplace, where organizations and partners can evaluate vendors, compare pricing, and initiate orders—all within a single platform. Built-in tools such as approval workflows, custom pricing catalogs, and vendor availability finders make it easy to identify and procure the right network and mobility solutions efficiently and within budget.
CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
Let the experts handle the negotiations
vCom’s contract specialists collaborate with organizations and partners to negotiate and manage agreements efficiently. Backed by decades of industry experience, the team ensures terms are fair, transparent, and optimized for long-term success. All contract details—from service orders and exhibits to network diagrams—are securely stored and easily accessible within the platform.
CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS
Get real results with software and services that meet you where you are
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to your IT planning and procurement questions
What is procurement planning, and why is it important?
Procurement planning helps businesses like yours identify what needs to be purchased when it needs to be purchased, and the best way to procure it. Planning and procurement is essential to your business' success because it ensures the timely availability of goods and services, optimizes resources, and minimizes risks.
How do I determine the procurement strategy for an IT project?
Our team of subject matter experts will work with your team on an individualized basis to evaluate factors such as project requirements, market conditions, budget constraints, risk management, and your organization's procurement policies to come up with a solution that serves your needs today and scales with you as you grow.
How do you help identify and select the best suppliers?
We'll help you identify the best providers through market research, evaluate them based on criteria such as price, quality, reliability, and compliance, and use a structured process like RFPs or RFQs (Request for Quotes) to select the provider that's right for you.
How can we optimize costs in the procurement process?
Lowering overhead costs is vital to your business' growth. Our team will work with you to optimize IT costs by negotiating better prices, leveraging bulk purchasing, exploring alternative providers, and implementing cost-effective procurement strategies like just-in-time (JIT) purchasing.
How can technology improve the procurement process?
Technology streamlines procurement by automating processes, improving transparency, and enhancing data analysis. Our planning and procurement experts will show you how to enhance your internal operations for better provider management and quicker adoption of new technology.
How do you ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements?
Based on your industry, we'll evaluate relevant laws and regulations, including GDPR and HIPAA, outline compliance measures in your contract, and provide regular audits or reports.
What technologies can vCom help procure?
We can help you plan, source and deliver a wide variety of technologies, including network, mobile and IoT, collaboration, cloud, hardware and SaaS.
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