Vendor selection and management for the midmarket

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	Saving money on software vendor maintenance contracts: A CIO series SearchCIO-Midmarket.com | 27 Oct 2009 ARTICLE - This series of tips and CIO case studies shows how IT executives are weighing the risks and benefits of saving money on software maintenance.

	Adopting a beta tool: Risks vs. rewards for a midsized enterprise SearchCIO-Midmarket.com | 13 Oct 2009 ARTICLE - Putting beta software into production is a risk many organizations won't take -- but for those that do, the benefits can be great. Here's how to balance the risks and rewards.

	Software vendor evaluation criteria: Sample scorecards for IT projects SearchCIO-Midmarket.com | 06 Oct 2009 ARTICLE - Need a hand in evaluating prospective vendors or managing your current crop? Here's a sampling of software vendor scorecards and requirements to help you create your own.

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	Seven tips for cutting vendor maintenance on business applications Submitted By: SearchCIO-Midmarket | 22 Oct 2009 TIP - CIOs are cutting vendor maintenance contracts in the face of tight budgets. Locking down your apps before going off maintenance is key. Here are seven steps to take.

	How to decide if changing technology vendors is worth the time, risk Submitted By: SearchCIO-Midmarket.com | 08 Oct 2009 TIP - The cost savings offered by a second-tier vendor may or may not be worth the risk and expense of migration. Here's how to decide when to make a switch.

	How to cut application maintenance fees without undue risk or hardship Submitted By: SearchCIO-Midmarket.com | 01 Oct 2009 TIP - It's tough out there, and maintenance is expensive. These strategies will help you find ways to cut your application maintenance costs with upgrades and service in mind.

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	Windows 7 review: A closer look at this operating system for business Published by: SearchCIO-Midmarket.com | 23 Sep 2009 PODCAST - In this Windows 7 review, learn about the business benefits, new features, compatibility issues and licensing concerns of Microsoft's newest operating system.

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	A Vendor Management Office Can Help Get Your Suppliers in Line CIO Decisions | 01 Oct 2007 FEATURES - Vendor management systems are just one way to ensure an organization's effective use of outside resources. CIOs share their best tactics.

	Good IT System, Vague Implementation Strategy a Challenge for One CIO CIO Decisions | 01 Aug 2007 FEATURES - A successful launch required more than money.

	The Open Source Route to VoIP - (vendor selection) CIO Decisions | 01 Jun 2007 UPDATE - Asterisk, from Digium, was a huge success for Lifestyle Communities.

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