The right device, the right licence, at an honest price. And someone who installs it for you.
What it is about
Anyone can buy a laptop. Buying the right laptop, with the right warranty, the right licences and the security already set up, is something else. And in a few years it will need replacing, preferably before it gives up and not in the middle of the year-end close.
We take care of the whole journey: from advice to delivery and installation, through to safely disposing of the old device.
What we actually do
Purchasing advice
You get what you need, not what happens to be on offer. An accountant has different needs from a draughtsman or a warehouse worker. We advise per role and keep the number of models small, so management and repairs stay simple.
Business-grade devices
Business laptops and desktops cost a little more than those from the shop. They last longer, receive updates for longer, have built-in security and often an on-site warranty: if something breaks, a technician comes out, instead of you being without the device for weeks.
Supply through Copaco and Ingram Micro
Through our distributors we have access to the major brands at business prices, with fast delivery. For servers we also work directly with Supermicro.
Installation
A device arrives ready to use: set up, secured, with the right software and connected to your Microsoft 365. See also Workplace & productivity.
Licence management
Microsoft 365, security, industry software: who has which licence, when does it expire, and are you paying for accounts nobody uses any more? We keep the overview up to date and let you know when something is due to expire.
Planning replacements
We keep track of how old every device is and plan its replacement before it breaks. That way you spread the cost over the years, rather than having to replace everything at once.
Disposing of old devices safely
An old laptop still holds mail, passwords and customer data. We wipe the storage properly, give you proof of it, and dispose of the device through an approved recycling channel.
How long does it last?
A guideline, not a rule: what is used heavily lasts less long.
| Device | Usually | Why replace it then |
|---|---|---|
| Laptop | 4 to 5 years | Battery, speed and the end of the warranty |
| Desktop | 5 to 6 years | Speed and support for new Windows versions |
| Server | 5 to 7 years | The risk of failure rises, the manufacturer stops updates |
| Network equipment | 5 to 8 years | No more security updates |
| Smartphone | 3 to 4 years | No more updates from the manufacturer |
From request to device on the desk
- Request: you tell us what is needed, for whom and by when.
- Proposal: a specific model with price, warranty and delivery time.
- Delivery: through our distributors, usually within a few working days for items in stock.
- Installation: set up and ready to use, with the data from the old device transferred.
- Disposal: the old device is wiped and recycled, with proof.
Frequently asked questions
Why not just buy from a shop?
You can, but a consumer laptop often has a shorter warranty, does not fit into central management and runs a Windows edition not intended for businesses. You soon lose the price difference in time.
Do we need Windows Pro or is Home enough?
For businesses, always Pro. Windows Home cannot be brought into central management and security, and lacks the management features for encryption and access.
What happens to the licences when someone leaves?
We take them back and assign them to the next person, or cancel them. You do not pay for accounts nobody uses.
Do you also supply industry-specific software?
We install and manage it, and make sure it works with the rest of your environment. The licence itself sometimes runs through the software vendor, and we keep the overview.
Partners for this service
Need something?
A new laptop, a replacement for the whole team or an overview of your licences: let us know and we will come back with a concrete proposal.