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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

The Costs and Benefits of Technology: calculate the value of technology for your library

Total Cost of Ownership for new Computers: what is needed to use, support and maintain that equipment throughout its life

Websites and Internet Resources on Product Reviews

Purchase options

Cooperative Buying Strategies: partnership and collaboration may lead to better prices

How to Buy Cooperatively Quick Reference: options for sharing the cost

How to Examine a Lease Agreement: read the terms of the lease and ask questions

Leasing Computers and Other Equipment: advantages and disadvantages of leasing

Vendors

Vendor Selection and Management: exercise your library leverage

Ten Steps to Successfully Working with Vendors: just follow the steps

Warranties and Service Plans: is an extended warranty worth the extra money?

E-Rate

Some General E-Rate Rules for Eligible Products and Services: check the eligibility list before buying

E-rate and Technology Planning Assistance from the State Libraries: many state libraries offer help

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Type	Title	Status	Posted By
	Buying and Deploying Technology - Tools From Planning for Success Cookbook. Checklists and assessment matrices to accompany the Buying and Deploying Technology section.		Jennifer Peterson
	Buying and Deploying Technology - Further Resources From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.		Jennifer Peterson
	Warranties and Service Plans From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.		Jennifer Peterson
	Buying Hardware and Software From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.		Jennifer Peterson
	Leasing Computers and Other Equipment From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Buying and Deploying Technology.		Jennifer Peterson

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