Deployments are managed rollouts of IT hardware, software, or Point of Sale (POS) devices across a company or organization. Deployments afford companies the ability to install, replace, change, or de-install hardware or software on a mass scale across multiple geographic locations in a controlled and methodical fashion.
Some reasons why companies utilize deployment services:
- Company does not have the IT resources required to carry out the effort
- Realize additional cost savings through economies of scale
- Leverage best practices from companies who specialize in deployment services
- Business requires a rapid or timely rollout
SA routinely deploys all types of devices for customers to include network equipment, servers, workstations, laptops, printers, and POS devices or a combination of devices. SA can provide local, regional, or national deployment services.
Deployment services commonly include the components listed below. Additional components can be added upon customer request.
- Project management
- Deployment plan and detailed schedule
- Coordination of field delivery personnel
- Workflow planning and documentation
- Asset management
- Technical assistance while performing install
- Reporting
Additional services can be included with the deployment such as staging and integration, warehousing, procurement, or removal and disposal of old equipment to provide a more complete service.