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                                                               LU Policy Number: OP. 003 
Effective Date: 2/13/2017 
Approval Date: 2/13/2017 
Revised Date: N/A 
Purpose:  The purpose of the Hardware Procurement Request is to ensure that all hardware (computers, devices, tablets, and peripherals) purchased on behalf of Life University can be fully supported and maintained by Life University’s IT Department, are compatible with the University’s infrastructure, and meet safety and compliance thresholds. 
Additional Authority: N/A 
Scope: This policy includes any hardware purchase made on behalf of Life University or it’s auxiliaries. 
Approval Authority: Provost/EVPAA 
Responsible Authority: Information Technology 
Definitions: 
Hardware - Any computer, tablet, device, or peripheral.  
Policy Title
 
Hardware Procurement Policy 
Policy Statement
 
Each hardware purchase request must be submitted to IT through the IT Helpdesk (itsupport@life.edu).  Any hardware purchase not requested through IT will be subject to non-reimbursement, denied access to Life University’s infrastructure, or not supported by the IT Department.  
Procedure(s)
 
Anyone with a need for hardware should submit a request to the IT Helpdesk (itsupport@life.edu).  The request should be submitted by a person with purchasing privileges and include the department making the request, a full description of need, the budget code, the contact person for questions, and the date needed. (Minimum request time is two weeks.  Though request can take substantially longer. Please confirm with IT for a more accurate delivery date). 
Other Notes
 
N/A 
  
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