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Identify and evaluate ICT industry vendor technologies

Identify and evaluate ICT industry vendor technologies

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTSAS405
State Code
AUW39
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
020305 - Systems Analysis And Design
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research, evaluate and recommend an industry vendor to supply information and communications technology (ICT) components, and to negotiate with the vendor for supply of identified components. It covers testing and making comparisons and evaluations, including consideration of factors such as after sales service and reliability.It applies to individuals who use technical and specialised knowledge, and apply a systematic approach to select the most appropriate vendors for the organisation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select method to be used for identifying suitable vendor
  • 1.1 Evaluate organisational purchasing policy as a means of identifying vendors and document outcomes
  • 1.2 Consider and undertake other means of identifying suitable vendors and document outcomes
  • 1.3 Recommend preferred method of vendor selection to client
  • 1.4 Plan and document selection process
2. Review vendor offerings
  • 2.1 Notify vendors of organisation's requirements
  • 2.2 Undertake evaluation process by comparing offers against organisational requirements
  • 2.3 Organise vendor demonstrations and performance benchmark tests
  • 2.4 Select vendor based on specific technical criteria, servicing, warranty and after sales service
3. Prepare contracts and delivery requirements
  • 3.1 Prepare contracts for review by appropriate person
  • 3.2 Identify and document delivery arrangements with suppliers
  • 3.3 Clarify installation responsibilities with suppliers
  • 3.4 Review warranty and support requirements with suppliers and service-level agreement
  • 3.5 Confirm details with client
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8067 ICASAS405A Identify and evaluate IT industry vendor technologies Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWB5 ICT40115 Certificate IV in Information Technology Qualification