In my previous blog, i outlined how understanding the roles of network devices is important for building an effective security policy. Jun 29, 2006 having a purchasing policy for it related hardware and software can be the proverbial can of worms that you may or may not wish to open. Desktop hardware will be purchased as a complete unit. Policy statement texas wesleyan university will maintain modern computer and network hardware and software. Usage standards by license type the license agreement is a contract between the software publisher and the user. Infringements of this policy will lead to disciplinary action against individuals under the universitys procedures, and may result in legal action and criminal proceedings against the university and or individuals. Nonstandard hardware and software policy new jersey city.
The following policy items apply to all code42 products, including both software and hardware. Information technology procurement policy 3 roles and responsibilities all purchasers of computer hardware and software it is the responsibility of the users line manager to ensure that this policy is adhered to. Rapid changes in technology require that a wellmanaged. Policy the center for information technology shall have sole responsibility for selling. This policy establishes lifecycle management for information, hardware, software, and services to promote the efficient management of laboratory information and it, while facilitating the scientific mission of lawrence berkeley national lab berkeley lab. Hardware support is divided into two different categories. Unless otherwise provided in the applicable license, notice, contract, or agreement, any duplication or ed software, except for backup and archival purposes, may be a violation of federal and state law. Hardware policy hardware all hardware devices acquired for or on behalf of the college or developed by college employees or contract personnel on behalf of the college is and shall be deemed college property. Software standards establish what applications are provided on university hardware. Cub inventory tags shall be removed and attached to a hardware disposal document, which will be kept on file in cit.
Hardware is a comprehensive term for all of the physical parts of a computer, as distinguished from the data it contains or operates on, and the software that provides the instructions for the hardware to accomplish tasks. Hardware is supported for up to five years 60 months from the purchase date, provided hardware maintenance and support is purchased annually. This group also makes technical decisions on equipment and software standards and upgrades and replacements based on industry trends, software development cycles, costs and risks to systems stability. Postal service policy is to manage the procurement, configuration, operations, and maintenance of information resource hardware and software, whether located on postal service or nonpostal service premises, in a manner that ensures information security. The following information is provided as a resource for developing an agency plan for implementing the states software management policy. Requests for nonstandard technology are still subject to the technology purchasing policy and require the approval of a department head or dean and an its. Hardware and software loan policy assistive technology resource center our policy. The standards are based on what is required for day to day productivity for all constituents. We encourage all feinberg staff and faculty to adhere to feinberg it and nu it guidelines and polices for hardware and software. Hardware and software loan policy assistive technology. Each request will be considered on a casebycase basis in conjunction with the software purchasing section of this policy. Summary there are many similarities between purchasing software and hardwareevaluations, vetting vendors, conducting rfps, developing proofs of concept, and handling contract. To take advantage of it tools in the most costeffective manner possible, the university has standardized a series of hardware and software products that integrate easily with the universitys it infrastructure.
Disposal of computer hardware policy purpose to provide an appropriate method for the disposal of obsolete bcu technology assets that minimizes unnecessary campus technology inventory, but ensures appropriate oversight and accountability of disposed assets. Lep has a substantial investment in hardware, software, network devices, and peripherals. These considerations apply to acquisitions free of charge or purchased. Its will neither install nor support hardware or software that has not been approved in advance of purchase. Lifecycle management for information, hardware, software. Maintenance and software upgrades are included for oracle operating systems and oracle vm. An uptodate list of supported hardware and software is available from unit. Infringements of this policy will lead to disciplinary action against individuals under the universitys procedures, and may result in legal action and criminal proceedings against the university andor individuals. Nonstandard hardware and software policy new jersey. Software policy it and library services university of. Softwarehardware policy introduction the presence of a standard policy regarding the use of software and hardware will. Vmware global support services gss will assist customers in problem analysis to determine whether or not the technical issue is related to the thirdparty hardware or software.
Adequate computer and network hardware and software are essential to the delivery of instruction, student learning, research and creative activities, and to the efficient and effective management of the institution. Any deviation from these standards must be approved prior to purchase. Best practices in hardware asset management several trends are drawing increasing attention to hardware asset management, which begs the question. Lifecycle management for information, hardware, software, and. This policy was created by or for the sans institute for the internet community. Information security and hardwaresoftware policy 4 information security and hardwaresoftware policy rev 04. This document states the policy for providing repairreplacement services for accessories or non serviceable products as defined in the below document under gigamons limited warranty for hardware and software or gigamons product support and software maintenance agreement. Provides maintenance for your oracle sun hardware and integrated software for example, firmware. The purpose of this policy is to ensure the safety and reliability of university systems and data. All or parts of this policy can be freely used for your organization. Hardware and software procurement policy institutional. The following items apply to code42s hardware products.
The goal is to improve it efficiency, reduce exposure to risk, and deliver lasting value to the university. It does not create a second license and there can only be one hardware installation of this software product under the original terms. The policy was written by the local systems committee and endorsed by the. Current hardware standards are available in the hardware and software standards document. The computer hardware standards policy will enhance the performance in delivering, implementing, maintaining, and supporting hardware suitable to the educational and business needs of mcneese state university. Having a purchasing policy for it related hardware and software can be the proverbial can of worms that you may or may not wish. The assistive technology resource center provides both hardware and software loans for students needing assistive technology accommodations at colorado state university. Proper maintenance and support of these assets increases usability and lowers the total cost of ownership to the organization. This policy applies to all equipment supported by dsc and purchased with university funds, be they contract and grant funds or state funds. Drives where data cannot be erased due to hardware failure must be. Introduction the university has agreed standards in place for desktop software, operating systems, computer networks and. A hardware software purchase application must accompany software or hardware purchase requests as categorized below. Each request will be considered on a casebycase basis in conjunction with the softwarepurchasing section of this policy. The precise wording of the license agreement varies with each software vendor and each vendor has a policy governing the use of its product.
The otis hardware standards policy will enhance the performance in delivering, implementing, maintaining, and supporting hardware suitable to the educational and business needs of portland public schools. California state university, fresno association inc. Nonstandard hardware software if a piece of hardware or software is not identified by its as a current standard it is considered to be nonstandard. All hardware or software to be used and or distributed to university owned devices for the purposes of administrating or educating the student population must be considered. Instability and security vulnerabilities in software will reflect badly on security policy if there are no upgrade and mitigation strategies in place. Hardware and software installation policy department of. Software is a general term primarily used for digitally.
All computers are on a fouryear replacement cycle, whether leased or purchased. Section 3 definitions 5 nil section 4 policy statement 6 all users of university procured and supplied information and communications technology ict hardware, software and electronic devices must conform to the it appropriate use policy. July 21, 2011 page 2 of 3 definitions hardware any computing device, such as a desktop or laptop computer, andor peripheral. All hardware or software to be used andor distributed to university owned devices for the purposes of administrating or educating the student population must be considered. In this post, i will cover considerations when selecting hardware and software for network devices. Computer hardware standards policy mcneese state university. Simple, predictable, and flexibleenjoy the benefits of the industrys most comprehensive support coverage. The inventory database will be updated to reflect the removal of the hardware. Departments must purchase all desktop hardware in accordance with the universitys procurement policy, and information technology services its catalogue and procedures. Hardware and software procurement villanova university. A wellmanaged technical environment reduces the total cost of equipment ownership. All hardware and software will operate effectively in the. Why a hardware and software procurement policy is important. The current supported and nonsupported hardware and software are listed below and is updated frequently.
The ils service asset and supplier manager is the responsible officer for the operational management of the software policy. The oracle software technical support policies document below is the primary document used to communicate oracle s software support policies. As used in this policy, external hardware also known as peripheral devices are considered hardware. Information technology procurement policy purpose the purpose of this policy is to provide a framework for the procurement of all it hardware, software, and any externally hosted systems or software for the university.
Lifetime support policy hardware and operating systems. After an organization has identified device roles and features, the next step to building a secure network is selecting the right hardware and software. This policy applies to all companies acquired by and pertains to all systems, networks, laboratories, test equipment, hardware, software and firmware, owned andor operated by the acquired company. Additionally, the atrc provides loans to csu employees on a short term basis. Computer hardware and software standards for osu extension to improve the quality of information technology it support, reduce the cost of support, and ensure the best possible use of extension funding, the osu extension administrative cabinet adopted a new policy for the standardization of it purchases. Standards are also determined by establishing licensing agreements with vendors, and purchased by volume to reduce costs. Nonstandard hardwaresoftware if a piece of hardware or software is not identified by its as a current standard it is considered to be nonstandard.
Partnering with us for online and blended learning. This policy applies to all companies acquired by and pertains to all systems, networks, laboratories, test equipment, hardware, software and firmware, owned and or operated by the acquired company. This policy is designed to support preventative and ongoing maintenance of lep computer and software assets. This document defines the process through which institutional hardware and software purchases are made. In order to isolate the issue, vmware reserves the right to request that the thirdparty hardware or software be. Review connections learnings educational materials, computer hardware, and software policy. In addition to violating such laws, unauthorized duplication of software is a violation of the colleges software hardware policy. Consensus policy resource community software installation policy free use disclaimer. In order to isolate the issue, vmware reserves the right to request that the thirdparty hardware or software be removed. The office of technology services tries to support as much hardware and software as possible. Code42 will not generate quotes for hardware models within 60 days of model endofsale date. A hardwaresoftware purchase application must accompany software or hardware purchase requests as categorized below. These policies include oracle s software support terms, as well as provide a description of oracle s software technical support levels.