The NET+ AWS program recently concluded a comprehensive two-part series on AWS Private Marketplace, offering valuable insights for the research and education community. The series, which included a strategic call, office hours, and a hands-on Tech Jam, illuminated the potential of this innovative tool to streamline procurement processes in higher education institutions.
Key takeaways from the series include:
- Private Marketplace enables institutions to curate catalogs of approved contracts, ensuring compliance with procurement policies.
- Institutions can create customized marketplaces for different schools or departments, offering flexibility in implementation.
- The tool supports private offerings with custom-negotiated terms, enhancing procurement options.
During office hours, the AWS Marketplace team addressed questions about the differences between Private and Public Marketplace, providing clarity on how to engage procurement and finance teams effectively. The Tech Jam session offered a practical demonstration of setting up private offers and configuring Private Marketplace within AWS organizations, complete with access control strategies.
Participants praised the clarity of the presentations and the relevance of the service to their institutions' needs. Many expressed enthusiasm about implementing Private Marketplace in their own environments, recognizing its potential to enhance procurement efficiency and policy compliance.
As institutions continue to navigate the complexities of cloud procurement, AWS Private Marketplace emerges as a powerful tool for ensuring compliance, streamlining processes, and maximizing the value of AWS services in higher education settings
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