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Assumptions About the Reader
This guide is intended for individuals responsible for procuring ITS. It is recommended that
users of this guide have the following basic skills and/or background:
· An understanding of ITS
· An understanding of the risks associated with the procurement of ITS
· An awareness of state procurement regulations, policies, and practices
· An awareness of federal procurement regulations, policies, and guidelines
· A general understanding of systems engineering with respect to project development
· Familiarity and experience with project management principles of high-technology projects
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