Latest Reports

• Choosing Between Solid State Drives and Hard Disk Drives When Upgrading PCs, Laptops

  When upgrading PCs or laptops, the choice of hard drive is a critical decision. Traditional hard drives (HDD) and newer solid-state drives (SSD) have different characteristics in terms of cost, performance, reliability, and useful life, which should influence the decision. This report provides an overview of the two types of drives and provides criteria for making the right choice.

  November, 2018

• Understanding Fair Market and Residual Values in Negotiating Leasing Options

  The terms “fair market value” and “residual value” have different meanings, and it is important to know the difference when buying or leasing PCs, laptops, and other equipment. In addition, those who hold the leases (lessees) and leasing companies (lessors) use different methodologies to create their own definitions. This article outlines the perspectives of lessees and lessors, and how the former benefits from negotiating lease contracts in a considered way.

  March, 2019

• How to Plan for New Desktop Equipment Acquisitions

  There are many complex decisions that must be made during the PC procurement process—especially in cases where there are several thousand units involved. This report examines the various decisions required in this process, explores the pros and cons of purchase versus lease, and provides an outline to ensure that the final contract will deliver sound economics and flexibility for your organization.

  January, 2019