A solution provider ca be a vendor, a service provider or a reseller.

Identifying potential providers of a product, service, goods, works or solution, in accordance with a specification.

A set of requirements to be fulfilled by a product or service

Groups made up of users and other stakeholders with defined objectives, for example to agree on standardisation initiatives and measure compliance

The process of establishing a common / standard specification and eliminating excessive variety of products or services that meet that standard specification, limiting the range of suppliers and/or brands.

Technical specifications approved by a recognised standardisation body for repeated or continuous application, with which compliance is not mandatory. Procurement specifications may refer to international, European and national standards, provided they are accompanied by the words ‘or equivalent’. Standardisation may also be the culmination of the R&D process for a new product or method.

An advantage in any form which is conferred on a selective basis to undertakings by public authorities. State aid is prohibited by the Treaty unless it falls within a defined exemption. If a fully competitive procedure has been conducted in compliance with the procurement directives, this will normally create a presumption that state aid does not arise.

Highest level of general development, as of a device, technique, or scientific field achieved at a particular time.

Metrics determined at an organisational level to enhance transparency for key stakeholders, balance or qualify ‘core’ metrics, or to focus on shorter term objectives or issue

A cerebrovascular disease. This means that it affects the blood vessels that feed the brain oxygen. If the brain does not receive enough oxygen, damage may start to occur. This is a medical emergency. Although many strokes are treatable, some can lead to disability or death.