We’re evolving beyond “Webinar Wednesday.” Introducing Deep Dive Thursdays — a three‑week, hands‑on series focused on real‑world case studies and practical steps you can apply right away. Here is what to expect:
- Real scenarios from start to finish
- Clear checklists, definitions, and takeaways
- Live Q&A with subject matter experts
Case Study Dates and Times:
- Cost Avoidance: Market Increase and Extended Warranty & Support
September 25 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Efficiency: Allowances/Service Credit, Payment Methods, Design Services, Invoice Audit Recovery, Contract Compliance
October 2 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Cost Avoidance Examples
- Market Increase: avoidance of costs due to increase of market prices of a good/service
- Extended Warranty & Support: complimentary items offered to the UC, not available to other clients
Other upcoming events
15
Sep
2025
Meetings
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ZOOM
UC Procurement Connections Meeting - 9/15 @ 11am
This bi-weekly meeting connects procurement staff from all UC locations, keeping them updated on UC Procurement programs, supplier and industry education opportunities, supply chain constraints, and systemwide sourcing projects.
18
Sep
2025
Benefit Bank
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ZOOM
Benefit Bank | Incentives: Donations, Scholarships, Internships, Sponsorships
In this session, you'll learn about the new incentive benefit examples, how to determine the benefit's components, and how to calculate the benefit's baseline and benefit amounts.
30
Sep
2025
Supplier Events
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Lakireddy Grand Ballroom, Conference Center
UC Merced Fall 2025 Supplier Showcase
The Fall 2025 Supplier Showcase will highlight many of campus catalog suppliers as well as university agreement suppliers within BobcatBuy+, the campus’ eProcurement platform.<br />
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Join us for an opportunity to interact with catalog supplie...