Guide to Resources for Technology Purchasing
Are you in the market for new technology? Use the resources in this section to help make that process a little easier. Libraries are always looking for ways to stretch their precious dollars, so we have information about getting donations of software and hardware.
Planning the purchase
Purchase options
Vendors
E-Rate
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Buying and Deploying Technology - Tools
From Planning for Success Cookbook. Checklists and assessment matrices to accompany the Buying and Deploying Technology section.
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Buying and Deploying Technology - Further Resources
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.
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Warranties and Service Plans
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.
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Buying Hardware and Software
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.
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Leasing Computers and Other Equipment
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.
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Buying Refurbished Computers
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.
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Cooperative Buying Strategies
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.
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Vendor Selection and Management
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.
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Why Plan Carefully for Major Purchases
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.
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Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
From the MaintainIT Planning for Success Cookbook section on Planning and Decision Making.
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The Costs and Benefits of Technology
From the MaintainIT Planning for Success Cookbook section on Planning and Decision Making.
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