Purchasing Technology in Partnership with ITS
Just a friendly reminder about College policy regarding purchase of technological equipment. To provide the most consistent and highest quality support for technology on the Pomona College campus, Information Technology Services (ITS) must approve all purchases of technology hardware and software in advance of purchase, and ITS must handle all purchasing for technology hardware and software.
Types of technology and devices ITS must be involved in purchasing include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Desktop computers made by any manufacturer
- Laptop computers made by any manufacturer
- Printers made by any manufacturer
- Tablets made by any manufacturer
- Technology leases
- Purchases of enterprise software, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Dropbox, Office, etc. or any other software
College criteria for approval includes, but is not limited to, the following characteristics:
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Encryption capable: does the device have a trusted platform module chip that allows for hardware-based data encryption? All devices purchased with college funds must have this capability.
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Alignment with ITS recommendations: does the device meet the college's technical specifications for laptops, desktops, or other technology?
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Compatibility with security systems: is the device compatible with existing Pomona College security systems, including networks and applications?
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Manufacturer reputation and purchasing policies: does the device come from a reputable manufacturer? Does that manufacturer (or an appropriate channel partner) have an existing relationship with Pomona College?
It is important to note that even if an item still meets the characteristics above, it may still be prohibited for other reasons. ITS will always provide guidance and work with departments to make purchases that comply with these standards and meet departmental technology needs.
Devices purchased outside of the scope of these guidelines will not be allowed to connect to Pomona Systems, and ITS, unfortunately, is unable to provide support for such devices. Individuals or departments in violation of this policy may be subject to additional restrictions and actions as determined by their VP and/or the Finance Department.
Thank you for partnering with ITS to make your technology purchases.
For technology purchases through ITS, please complete the form(s) at:
https://servicedesk.pomona.edu/support/catalog/items