These allocations include desktop computers as well as lab computers. April Equipment quotes are finalized. Ellen Keohane will meet with the Dean of the College and Budget Director, as appropriate, to approve special requests. Delivery schedule for equipment is agreed upon. June July Equipment is received into Central Stores.
Equipment is delivered directly to end-users, by department.
October Microcomputer Acquisition Program finishes. Any additional requirements that arise because of new hires, new programs, etc. will be coordinated through Ellen Keohane. This way, efficiencies can be gained in the delivery, setup and use of standard software across a department. Academic department allocations will be roughly spread out over the three years. Academic and public labs will be upgraded once every three years.