Contract Negotiations

Our executive team has personally negotiated hundreds of MLS and broker software contracts over a span of 24 years.  We understand MLS and broker contracts from both the vendor and customer side and can help you successfully navigate through this process.   We will make sure you have the right support and product guarantees at the best possible price. A good contract will make sure that any new installation, conversion or extension provides the necessary safeguards your members deserves.  It also will take into account changes in technology, pricing and services that have occurred and that you should benefit from such [...]

By |2018-05-03T21:26:48-07:00December 17th, 2007|Technology Evaluation|Comments Off on Contract Negotiations

MLS System Conversion and Implementation

Selecting the MLS vendor is only one part of a successful technology solution. Managing the actual system conversion and installation has more impact on member satisfaction than the actual technology in many cases.Understanding exactly what the roles of the vendor, the MLS staff and the membership are and coordinating resources appropriately is not something many MLS staff have time or training to do effectively. The process of launching a new product or service is very different from the ongoing management of products and services.   We have experience successfully installing hundreds of MLS systems.  Our team understands the critical points at the MLS [...]

By |2007-12-17T16:06:30-08:00December 17th, 2007|Technology Evaluation|Comments Off on MLS System Conversion and Implementation

RFP Process

Request for Proposal Process   Our RFP process is a comprehensive program that begins with understanding your needs and objectives and ends with system conversion and implementation.   The key is to start with a clear understanding of your specific needs and objectives.  Then, with a good foundation we move through the vendor selection process in a way that allows your leadership to clearly understand the strengths and weaknesses of the various vendors and systems available.  The result is an optimum vendor selection and a negotiated agreement that will meet your objectives at the best price. The following chart shows the [...]

By |2007-12-16T21:55:34-08:00December 16th, 2007|Technology Evaluation|Comments Off on RFP Process

Request for Proposal Process

Our RFP process is a comprehensive program that begins with understanding your needs and objectives and ends with system conversion and implementation.   The key is to start with a clear understanding of your specific needs and objectives.  Then, with a good foundation we move through the vendor selection process in a way that allows your leadership to clearly understand the strengths and weaknesses of the various vendors and systems available.  The result is an optimum vendor selection and a negotiated agreement that will meet your objectives at the best price. The following chart shows the steps that we normally follow [...]

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Transaction Management

Your company has likely thought about transaction management and considered whether your organization should be implementing this service. Transaction management continues to evolve and there are many technology options and partners available.   The vendor and product you choose is very important but how transaction management is rolled out and ultimately delivered is also key to adoption and success.  We have done extensive research on not just transaction management products but also on “best of breed” practices.  We can help you make the right vendor choice and have a successful implementation. WAV Group will work with your MLS or real estate firm to navigate the [...]

By |2007-12-15T16:11:00-08:00December 15th, 2007|Technology Evaluation|Comments Off on Transaction Management