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Product updates, evaluation best practices, and procurement thinking from the Sagan team.
Why structured vendor evaluation beats spreadsheets every time
Most software selection processes die in a Google Sheet. Here's how to run an evaluation that produces a defensible decision — and why structure matters more than instinct.
Recent posts
RFI vs RFP: which should you send to vendors?
An RFP asks for a proposal. An RFI asks for information. For most software evaluations, you want the latter — and you want to send it before you've decided on a shortlist.
How to prevent the HiPPO effect in software selection
The Highest-Paid Person's Opinion shouldn't determine your platform. Independent scoring, aggregated anonymously, is the only way to surface genuine consensus.
What's new in Sagan — May 2026
Internal scoring for team members, Cmd+K global search, vendor logo enrichment, comparison views, and a full dark mode. Here's everything we shipped this month.
The demo scorecard: how to score vendor demos objectively
A good demo scoring template captures independent reactions before groupthink sets in. We'll show you exactly what questions to include and how to weight them.
How to evaluate HSSE software: a practical guide for safety teams
Health, safety and environmental platforms are complex. Here's a structured approach to shortlisting, scoring, and selecting the right HSSE platform for your organisation.
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