7-9 October 2025 – Interactive Virtual

Program Overview

PayrollOrg’s in-depth course, equips you with the tools and strategies to build strong, long-term vendor relationships. Through expert-led discussions, you’ll learn how to assemble the right team, effectively manage relationships, navigate contract negotiations, implement vendor scorecards, and establish service level agreements (SLAs) that drive results. Whether you’re selecting a new vendor or optimizing an existing partnership, Winning Collaborations provides the expertise to create lasting, high-performing relationships.

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Learning Objectives

• How to define the goals of your vendor relationship
• The benefits and potential risks of outsourcing or automation
• Alternative solutions to consider before making a commitment
• Key metrics to measure vendor performance and ensure accountability
• Best practices for contract negotiations and SLAs that protect your organization
• The role of advisory boards in fostering long-term collaboration

Who Should Attend

This course is for the professional who is an executive sponsor, the team lead, or simply a team member who will help choose the right vendor, select the project team, communicate expectations, document performance and service levels, and negotiate contracts during a product/software implementation.

2025 Pricing

Registration Options

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Delivery Options

• Three-day Interactive virtual

Schedule

Interactive Virtual
Classroom opens: 9:45 a.m. CDT
Class: 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. CDT
The Interactive Virtual course uses Zoom. There will be two breaks each day.

Credit Information

Earn up to 12 Recertification Credit Hours (RCH), 1.2 Continuing Education Credits (CEU), 14 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits. Delivery Method: Group Internet-Based. Program Level: Overview. No prerequisites or advance preparation required. Field of Study: Management Services=14

Event Policies

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A $55 administrative fee will be assessed for each transfer/substitution.