PC Standards Committee

PC Standards CommitteeTeam Charter

Purpose:
This committee has been formed to develop a recommendation for a standard configuration for Windows based desktop and laptop computers that will be endorsed for procurement during the coming year. The recommendation may allow for a standard for each of the determined functional levels (occasional user, power user, research faculty, etc.) This recommendation must consist of 1) a technical specification for the machine(s) and 2) suggested vendors, makes, and models. This committee will also develop a routine schedule for re-evaluation of standards.

Team Sponsor: Edward Townsend, Director of Support Services, IT

Team Leader: Matt Trainor

Team Members:

• Matt Trainor, ITSS
• Shawn Parham, School of Dentistry
• Andrew Klosson, ITSS
• John Meyer, School of Allied Health
• Joe Covington, Information Technology
• Gilbert Williams, School of Nursing
• Mark Shrewsbury, ITSS
• Greg Hunter, ITSS
• Shawnee Sloop, ITSS

Team Resources:

• Vendor Information & Presentations.
• Conference rooms are available for scheduling on the second floor of the Annex building.
• Projection equipment, network connectivity, and other logistical needs can be may available with prior notice. 
• Other MCG campus IT staff.

Boundaries:

• This committee cannot communicate any commitment to an outside vendor or third-party in regards to these standards.

Operating Guidelines:
This committee may ask for assistance as necessary from any person or vendor. Demonstrations must be coordinated with the Team Sponsor to provide benefit outside the mission of this committee.

Ground Rules:

1. Standards must be consistent with campus infrastructure and Enterprise Application (PeopleSoft, WebCT, etc.).
2. Standards must consider all appropriate purchasing rules and regulations.