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IT Services

IT Purchases

Making IT Procurement Secure

To ensure cost-effective and secure IT purchasing, the University requires all IT items to be purchased through IT Services. This helps prevent duplication, enhances cybersecurity, ensures effective data management, and leverages the benefits of our strategic supplier partnerships, such as extended warranties and better support.

Why Purchase Through IT Services?

  • Eliminates Duplication: Centralised purchasing reduces redundant purchases and saves costs.
  • Enhanced Cybersecurity: All software and hardware are vetted to meet university security standards.
  • Better Value and Support: Strategic supplier agreements provide access to competitive pricing, extended warranties, and reliable support.

What Must Be Purchased Through IT Services?

Hardware

Servers

Modems

Microphones

Laptops

Cables

Cooling Systems

Desktops

Convertors and Connectors

Storage Devices

Tablets

Docking Stations

Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)

Mobile Phones

RAM

Backup Storage Solutions

SIM Cards/Contracts

Graphics Cards

Racks

Routers

Processors

Enclosures

Switches

Motherboards

AV equipment

Network Hubs

Power Supplies

VR handsets

Access Points

Projectors

Ink Cartridges

Printers

Webcams

Toners

Scanners

Headphones

Battery Packs

Keyboards

Headsets

Screen Protectors

Mice

Speakers

Cases


Peripherals

Wires, Headphones, Phone Cases, Batteries, Computer Tools, Security Screens, Anti-Glare Screens, USB Drives, Dell-compatible peripherals, Apple-compatible peripherals, keyboards, mice, external hard drives,

Monitors

Includes secondary screens and hub monitors (note: hub monitors have replaced docking stations).

Software and Applications

All software and platform subscriptions, including accessibility and free software/applications (any software/platform subscription requires approval by Information Security).

Storage

All storage devices: USB sticks, hard drives, NAS boxes, SD cards and cloud storage services (requires approval by Information Security).

 

Need Help or Have Questions?

Please contact the IT Service Desk: live chat https://www.qmul.ac.uk/its/services-channels/its-live-chat/ | 0207 882 8888 | https://helpdesk.qmul.ac.uk | servicedesk@qmul.ac.uk |

for guidance on IT purchasing or to check if an item falls under IT procurement.

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