Description
The "Printer Acquisition Program" is designed to optimize the University's use of network and desktop printers, achieved by the following:

• Reduce the variety of printers on campus by establishing a standard set of devices
• Direct all hardcopy acquisition requests through a single channel providing the best pricing on printers

Objective
The objective of the Printer Acquisition Program is to insure the best possible pricing for University purchased printing devices. Currently there are more than 125 different types of printers deployed around campus*. Reducing the variety of devices will significantly reduce support and consumable costs and make it possible to create a formalized refresh program for printers very similar to the current PC refresh program. This program allows for the removal of old or expensive equipment based on a three, four, or five year refresh cycle, providing departments with current printer technology conforming to established University standards.

Action Plan
The Printer Acquisition Program will:

• limit the number of devices that departments have to choose from, and standardize on a select few
• review current pricing from suppliers
• explore current discount programs, corporate partnerships, and sponsorships
• establish a preferred channel for all future network and desktop printers
• develop and deploy a streamlined ordering methodology

*Fact: there are currently 1,806 full time employees including faculty and staff: there are 2,319 print/copier devices on campus!