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Stephen Guth Appointed as Adjunct Professor with University of Maryland University College

Contract Negotiation Handbook Named Book of the Month by NCMA

Threatened with Fuel Surcharges from Your Vendors? Don't Cave!

Stephen Guth Presenting in Ocala, Florida on June 5th

The Secret Keys to Success as a Procurement Pro

Finally Settled (Maybe): The Irrefutable Meaning of Purchasing, Procurement, Sourcing, Materials Management, Supply Management, and Vendor Management

"Old School Manipulation"

What's So Special and Unique About Technology Procurement!?

The Seven Deadly Sins of Purchasing

Flying Blind? You Need a CMS!

Software Compliance Audits - How to Contractually Protect Your Employer

Software Compliance Audits - A New Business Model to Drive Revenue?

Contract Management Magazine Article on SLAs

Live From TechAdvantage: Vendor Qualification and Form W-9 / TIN Processing

Reporting from TechAdvantage (and the Importance of Training)

Podcasts Now Available!

The War for Talent: How You Can Win the War and Hire "A Players" for Your Purchasing Department

Get with the 21st Century: Wet Signatures Not Required

The Real-Life Liabilities of Using Independent Contractors

Are You OK With Paying a Vendor for Their Staff's Nap Time?

If You Think Purchasing is Just a Job, Then Resign Gracefully--Before You Get Canned

Why Are Marketing Departments So Hung Up About Vendor Press Releases!?

Dude, You're Underpaid! No, Really...