Kevin Fraser
Kevin Fraser is a Senior IT Sourcing Analyst at Source One Management Services. With years of experience in the IT and Telecom categories, Fraser bridges the gap between Procurement and IT to help companies find the right products and services for their unique infrastructures. Through strategic sourcing and procurement best practices, Fraser provides companies with a clear view of the market landscape and decision support to select a best-fit vendor while getting the most value for their IT and Telecom budgets.
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As Benjamin Franklin once eloquently put it: “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” These wise words are applicable to many facets of life, including business –...
Between budget cuts and complex contract language, managing IT spend and relationships with software vendors can prove to be quite challenging, especially if you’re not in a position with leverage. With new technology constantly being introduced to the market, best-in-class procurement teams understand the importance of being in a position with leverage – allowing the business to be in control of the vendors’ influence and the ability to evaluate alternatives. In striving...