Yes, it does. For example, the IT assets of a healthcare facility that are used 24 hours a day will need to be replaced before the IT assets of a business that is only open 8-5. WIN’s IT Procurement team will work with you to understand your needs before implementing asset lifecycle management.
Outsourced Procurement
Is Outsourced Procurement Right for You?
Outsourced Procurement can reduce costs for your planned IT assets by 15-25 percent. By leveraging partner purchasing channels and expertise, you will receive the support you need to plan, acquire, maintain, and dispose of technology products.
Outsourced Procurement could be right for you if:
You struggle to organize, track, manage and perform timely upgrades on all your IT products
Implement the four stages of the IT asset lifecycle so that you get the most out of your IT products.
Monitoring and providing the financial return of an IT product’s “vital life” is a challenge
Use data and reporting to plan for the life of the IT product and drive efficiency improvements.
You are sensitive to the overall cost of IT assets and deployment
Receive advantageous discounts and increase efficiency when you proactively order equipment.
Poor turnaround timeframes make it difficult to ensure smooth business operations
Track and manage your IT products and reduce your risk of unexpected downtime by replacing IT infrastructure before it fails.
You are at risk of security failures due to outdated systems
Reduce your risks by upgrading your IT products before they become outdated.
You lack immediate access to IT assets needed to support your business continuity plans
Proper inventory management will ensure your critical IT assets are available when you need them.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are unsure of the best type of equipment for your needs, WIN’s IT Procurement team can provide a recommendation as to the best solution for your needs and goals.
WIN is able to provide ongoing support for the procured assets as part of a managed services engagement. Meaning, if you encounter any issues, you can contact us for assistance and troubleshooting
WIN can perform compatibility assessments to ensure that newly procured assets integrate with your existing IT infrastructure software and networking components.
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What to expect from a strategic partnership with WIN Technology
Understanding Fit
Our process is collaborative from the start. As we discuss your expectations, we communicate openly, and we keep the promises we make.
Understanding Needs
Through our discovery process, we seek to build an accurate understanding of your needs so that a sound and mutually understandable promise can be made.
Right-Sizing the Effort
The elements of your proposal are refined as your needs become clear. This ensures alignment on the anticipated value of what we commit to deliver to you.
Proving Competency
As we engage in the project, we monitor and discuss status, performance, changes and improvements through our established delivery and communication practices.
Partnering for the Future
Throughout our partnership, as we keep the promises we have made to you, we enrich the value of services with a continuous focus on practical next steps.