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Functional Requirements of a Distribution System Secure Self-service Automated Comprehensive Lifecycle support
How to choose & fund products Product Selection Virus protection Big vendors Popular applications Talk to Purchasing Talk to vendors Ask your audience Funding Options Central Consortium Sales Hybrid
Acquisition Compile historical data Ballpark costs Assess the terms Negotiate Quote Evaluate funding model
Distribution Methods Downloads Shipping Pick-Up Loaner Media Application streaming/virtualization Copy Station
Management Vendor Renewals Customer Renewals Maintenance License transfers License Managers Quality Assurance Support
Other Considerations Media Duplication – Duplicator – Supplies Archives Marketing Communications
Campus ELMS Demonstration
Future Direction Increase automation Streamline Financial reporting SAM integration Virtualized/hosted applications Internal development Expand customer base
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