PREFACE
The acquisition of information technology is a major event for any business since it affects operations, management, and ultimate profitability throughout the business’ supply chains and production processes. The issues associated with such an acquisition can be complicated and complex and should not be left to chance but instead addressed directly in any contracting for the information technology. Lathrop GPM and the Small Business Assistance Office are pleased to present this brief primer on the subject to better enable businesses considering information technology acquisition to frame up their questions and issues for their own staff, for technology suppliers, and for consultants and attorneys who will be involved in the contracting, acquisition, and use of the technology.
A special note of thanks to Lathrop GPM lawyer Michael Cohen for preparing these materials.
Charles A. Schaffer Director, Small Business Assistance Office Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development
2020
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