Information Services & Technology, in cooperation with Sourcing & Procurement, is pleased to announce the Spring 2012 computer bulk buy initiative.  When you participate in these bulk purchases and leverage the buying power of the entire University, your department saves on its notebook and desktop purchases from Apple and Lenovo.

Please note: the deadline to place your order for the Spring 2012 bulk purchase is Friday, June 1, 2012. Read on to find out how to take advantage of this opportunity!

New for Spring 2012

All Lenovo Think series systems now come pre-installed with a standardized BU image, created by IS&T and Lenovo. This image streamlines the process of deploying and maintaining computers on campus. The BU image includes Windows 7 Enterprise, Microsoft Office 2010, McAfee Antivirus, Adobe Reader X, IE 9, and Firefox 11. See a complete list and more information.

How to Participate

Place your order for IS&T Recommended Standard Configurations by using our hosted catalog in BUworks. Don’t forget to consult with your IT support representative before ordering.

View or order standard configurations.

Details and Benefits

The Spring 2012 bulk buy is part of Boston University’s PC and Apple Standards initiative. Standardization lowers the total cost of ownership through reduced support costs and encourages collaboration and efficiency between all BU computing support staff.

Based on your feedback, the models offered were carefully chosen and configured to bring you:

• Cost Savings
• Quality
• Sustainability
• Extended Warranty Support

Please remember that to participate in the Spring 2012 bulk order and take advantage of the special pricing, your BUworks shopping cart must be fully approved within SAP by Friday, June 1, 2012.  Items will ship as available prior to June 1; so the sooner you order, the sooner you will receive your new product.