Session Details
Name
Partner or Pitfall? How to Spot Red Flags in Vendor Selection
Track
Technology & Security
Date & Time
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Location Name
Room 1 & 2
Speakers
Learning Objectives
Name
Partner or Pitfall? How to Spot Red Flags in Vendor Selection
Description
Selecting the right technology and cybersecurity partners can make or break your organization’s success. This session will guide attendees through a practical framework for evaluating vendors, identifying red flags, and avoiding costly mistakes. Nick and Cassi will share real-world insights on how to align vendor choices with business goals, strengthen IT security, and ensure long-term value. Whether you’re considering a new IT provider or reviewing existing partnerships, this workshop will equip you with actionable strategies to make confident, informed decisions.
Proposed Learning Objective (1)
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Define and apply key criteria for evaluating IT and cybersecurity vendors to ensure alignment with organizational needs and security priorities.
Define and apply key criteria for evaluating IT and cybersecurity vendors to ensure alignment with organizational needs and security priorities.
Proposed Learning Objective (2)
Identify and analyze common warning signs of poor vendor fit, and use structured strategies to prevent costly mistakes and bad investments.
Proposed Learning Objective (3)
Develop and implement a vendor management framework, including proposal comparison techniques and a checklist for ongoing performance monitoring to maintain long-term value and trust.
CEU and CEC
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