Every decision has two sides.
Current Market Environment
Higher Prices
Hidden Costs
Cost Drivers
Every decision has two sides
Choose what fits
Organizations that rely on a single manufacturer can quickly face limitations when business requirements change. Different teams require different devices to perform their roles effectively.
CHG-MERIDIAN helps you select technology based on employee and application requirements, regardless of brand. You can combine multiple manufacturers within a single contract and add additional devices during renewals or new orders. This gives you the flexibility to introduce alternatives wherever they make sense.
Greater independence: Align your device fleet with your business needs.
Control what it costs
Rising hardware costs make budget planning more challenging. At the same time, the purchase price represents only a portion of the actual cost.
CHG-MERIDIAN helps you spread device costs over their useful life and identify savings opportunities through a TCO analysis. Using digital tendering tools, you can compare offers and secure competitive commercial terms. When market prices are unfavorable, contract terms can also be extended. Together, these options give you greater control over how your fleet is financed and when hardware is replaced.
Flexibility that pays off: Manage costs across the entire IT lifecycle.
Five Levers for Greater IT Flexibility
How flexible is your organization, and which levers can help reduce dependencies and increase room to maneuver?
1. Align IT with Business Needs
The latest technology is not always the right technology. How well do your decisions reflect what different teams actually need?
2. Expand Your Options
Familiar manufacturers make decisions easier. But when was the last time you evaluated which alternatives could be a better fit for your organization?
3. Create Financial Flexibility
Your existing IT fleet may contain untapped financial potential. How far beyond the purchase price does your perspective extend?
4. Stay Adaptable
Using technology longer or replacing it sooner can both make economic sense. Do your refresh cycles give you that choice?
5. Increase Procurement Agility
Selecting the right technology is only the beginning. How quickly do your procurement processes enable your teams to benefit from it?
Technology evolves. So do your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we need to change manufacturers?
No. You can continue working with the manufacturer that meets your requirements and explore how financing and lifecycle planning can help improve cost control. If other brands are better suited to parts of your fleet, they can be incorporated into the same contract.
Is this only about smartphones?
No. The approach covers your entire IT fleet, including laptops, tablets, and other end-user devices.
Can we add other brands to our existing fleet?
Yes. CHG-MERIDIAN enables you to combine multiple manufacturers within a single contract. Additional devices can be added during renewals or new orders, allowing you to respond to changing business requirements.
How can we identify savings opportunities?
Look beyond the purchase price. A TCO analysis helps uncover savings opportunities across the entire IT lifecycle. Digital tendering tools allow you to compare offers and secure competitive terms. Depending on market conditions, extending contract terms may also be a viable option.
What does the Executive Guide include?
The guide covers five key areas: business requirements, manufacturer selection, lifecycle costs, refresh cycles, and procurement. A short self-assessment helps you evaluate your current approach and identify areas that may benefit from a closer review.
