Originally broadcast on Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 12:30

The Government’s Comprehensive Spending Review recommended that all new information technology projects costing more than £1m should be frozen. This is because the State is having to borrow money at record levels to reduce the deficit between its spending and the amount it raises in taxation. It has resulted in some public bodies renegotiating their existing contacts with suppliers or changing the tendering specifications for ongoing tenders.

Our speakers will examine how to make public procurement of IT more effective in the new age of austerity

This webinar will cover:
• A brief history of the ICT model terms - feature bloat?
• Practical tips for streamlining contracts for both customer and supplier
• Spending Review, ERG and likely trends
• Legal issues, guidance and procurement law gateways
• Wider commercial strategy