1.) Design
* What process do I use to ensure future technology integrates well into the planned infrastructure systems?
2.) Integration
* How do I plan to integrate emerging technologies like: Voice Over IP, IP- Based Security Systems (Access Control, CCTV) and Audio Visual?
*Intelligent building systems, UPS systems, into your business?
*Have I considered providing extended run time for critical E911 service over VOIP?
3.) Trust
*What criteria do I use for selecting a technology partner to work with my internal team?
4.) Confidence
*How do we obtain confidence and trust from a vendor in a way that allows us to reduce cost, add value and guarantee everything will work as planned?
5.) Service
*When buying from a new supplier of service, what criteria do we use to ensure the value of the service?
Establish a base line in priority: List 1, 2 or 3 Cost (lowest, best value, need it done with NO problems) Time (slow response, medium, fast turnaround, expedited) Quality (don’t care, OK if some things don’t work, things should work, must work 100 % of time, must always go beyond the initial effort)
6.) Education – Competence and Confidence
*How do we keep current in technology trends, education, training and best practices?
7.) Craftsmanship
*Is the ability to never second-guess the quality of the craftsmanship and material important to me?
8.) Costs
*Am I aware of the Information Technology industry cost models associated with IT investments?
This question is geared toward emphasizing that software costs then hardware costs take the largest and most recurring bite out of the IT budget. structured wiring system is the least cost yet has to work 100 % for a very long time (as long as the lease).
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By: Edward J. Donelan, RCDD, NTS, ESS Designer
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