In an ever-changing business environment, Sourcing & Vendor Management professionals are critical to executing enterprise strategy. But where sourcing teams were previously able to stand on solid ground using long-held, formal approaches, today fault lines are becoming more visible and unstable as firms try to source in volatile environments.

At Forrester’s Services & Sourcing Forum 2008, you’ll learn how to successfully acquire and manage the right resources to help your firm achieve its business goals in an uncertain market. Gain the expertise you need to:

Find vendors with the required expertise that can adapt as the business evolves.
Balance short- and long-term goals in contracts.
Avoid pitfalls that befall companies that rush into high-risk deals.
Hire providers in new locations and know when to migrate existing relationships into new geographies.
Elevate the importance of the sourcing and vendor management organization within the business.

Who Should Attend?

• Enterprise executives who drive sourcing decisions and investments.
• Sourcing strategy executives who help their companies balance risk, cost, and business value.
• CIOs and senior IT managers who make technology sourcing decisions.
• Procurement executives who execute sourcing strategies for business results.
• Sourcing & Vendor Management professionals who are responsible for ensuring the ultimate success of sourcing relationships.

Why Attend?

Timely Insights From The Experts

• Hear compelling keynotes by industry executives and Forrester analysts.
• Choose from track sessions on the trends and topics that matter most to your role.
• Meet one-on-one with Forrester analysts.

Daily Networking Opportunities

• Interact with more than 200 attendees at networking meals, breaks, and receptions.

Relevant Technology Solutions

• Meet leading vendors and discover emerging technologies at the Technology Showcase.