List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Evaluate the procurement processes of the organisation | 1.1 Research existing ICT procurement processes in the organisation 1.2 Establish the evaluation criteria for procurement processes 1.3 Critically evaluate the procurement processes against the criteria |
2. Direct the strategic planning to support ICT procurement | 2.1 Establish the priorities based on the organisational need 2.2 Lead the development of a strategy to align ICT procurement with the organisational goals and objectives 2.3 Implement the ICT procurement strategic plan 2.4 Develop the procurement policy, including vendor selection based on the strategic plan |
3. Lead the risk management of ICT procurement | 3.1 Lead the development of a strategy for the risk assessment of ICT procurement activities 3.2 Ensure that ICT procurement complies with the organisational policy 3.3 Ensure that risk mitigation is carried out on identified risks 3.4 Ensure the continuous improvement of ICT procurement processes |
Evidence of the ability to:
lead the development of a strategy to align information and communications technology (ICT) procurement, with organisational goals and objectives
critically evaluate the procurement process and establish priorities for the organisation
direct the risk analysis of ICT procurement activities
lead the development of a strategy for risk assessment, and ensure that the measures required to mitigate the risk are applied
ensure that warning systems, and an ongoing process that reviews the risk profile, are established
lead the development of a strategy for the implementation of appropriate processes and procedures, that ensure that quality expectations are met.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
research and specify risk management principles and guidelines
review business continuity issues for the organisation
summarise the organisation’s industry and current functionality, including the existing data and information systems
review the organisation's internal and external dependencies, and interdependencies
identify and review the organisational policies and procedures, including the risk management strategy
review and analyse past and current, internal, external and industry disruptions
outline the relevant legislation and regulations that impact on business continuity including:
workplace health and safety (WHS)
environment
duty of care
contracts
business and company law
freedom of information
industrial relations
privacy and confidentiality
due diligence
records management
summarise the key principles of procurement.
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the general ICT industry, and include access to:
relevant strategic-level enterprise, including:
planning
financial
ICT infrastructure
codes of practice, legislation and regulations
organisational policies and procedures.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.