Technology Acquisitions & Disposal Policy

Technology Covered By This Policy

This policy applies to technology hardware and software owned by the University of Iowa, maintained by the

College of Nursing and meeting the following criteria:

•   Computing devices (servers, computers, laptops, tablets, network connected devices)

•   Printers, scanners, copiers, and similar multi-function devices

•   Digital displays, monitors, and projection equipment

•   Digital storage devices (hard drives, flash drives, disk arrays, backup media, etc.)

•   All software and licenses, of any dollar amount

This policy does not apply to consumables or peripheral devices such as keyboards, mice, speakers, headphones, etc.  Specialized scientific devices are also excluded from this policy. Questions about whether a specific technology device is covered by this policy should be directed to the

Director of Information Technology.

Procurement and Acquisition

Technology meeting the above criteria must be acquired with the assistance of the Office of Information Technology. This includes hardware and software purchased from college funding sources, including grant funding, and any gifts to the College. Technology Services works with University Purchasing, ITS and other central departments to ensure proper procedures and technology best practices are followed in the acquisition.

Disposal and Reallocation

All technology meeting the above criteria should be delivered to the Technology Services for proper disposal, transfer, or reallocation.