Importance Of Standardisation

This really starts to effect businesses above 5 PC's. Having different operating systems, different versions of office, differing hardware because they were all purchased at different times is a recipe for lots of expensive support calls. Standardise your environment, and document it. This will eliminate an enormous cost to your business.

When buying your computers, buy them all at the same time. Make them all the same, it will really simplify your operations. Also establish a relationship with a single provider if possible.

In todays business environment, its worthwhile looking into getting some form of IT Support agreement, service is normally superior, there are less headaches and budgeting becomes a much simpler exercise.