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Fact sheet: Questions to ask a Software Vendor

When purchasing or acquiring a new program or system, asking some basic questions about the system’s ability to support multiple ranges of abilities is an effective way to let a vendor know that you are looking for a product that will best support your users.

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Ask for References

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Ask for references to other institutions that are currently using or evaluating their products. Peer-to-peer contacts can yield a great deal of information not available directly through a vendor, such as technical issues, accessibility, and unforeseen costs.