Purchasing: Computer Peripherals and Other Technology

Purchasing Computer Peripherals and Other Technology

Like other technology, Learning and Technology Services should be your first contact when making a computer peripheral purchase. There are many considerations when purchasing computer peripherals that may impact your purchase (integration with other University technology, quality and performance issues, state mandatory contracts, etc.). LTS can help you navigate those concerns and provide suggestions to help meet your needs.

Email: ltsconsulting@uwec.edu
Phone: (715) 831-1367Below you’ll find information regarding common peripheral categories. We’ve provided details for these items to assist you as quickly as possible. That said, please feel free to contact LTS Consulting with questions about these or any other computer peripheral.

Product Categories

Keyboards and Mice

LTS will provide a basic keyboard and mouse which will work with your University Dell or Apple computer should a replacement be needed. These items may not be new, but they will be clean and in good working order. If there is a specific model of keyboard and mouse that you’d prefer, the purchase can be made using Workday or a procurement card. Please refer to the How to Purchase section for more details.

Cables/Adapters

If you need a cable or adapter to support University technology, please contact the LTS Help Desk (715-836-5711 or helpdesk@uwec.edu) to submit your request. Often LTS will have items that meet your needs on-hand and can provide them at no charge. There are some cables and adapters that LTS does not provide or may not be able to provide in bulk. If that is the case, LTS Consulting can assist in purchasing the products you need.

Webcams

LTS recommends the purchase of the Logitech C925e Business Webcam. LTS has had experience with this product and is confident in quality and cost effectiveness. This item can be purchased through Workday. Please refer to the Workday section for more details.

Audio Headsets/Computer Speakers

LTS recommends the purchase of the Poly Blackwire 3300 series headset (3320 Stereo or 3310 Mono) and Creative Pebble Computer Speakers (USB 2.0 or USB-C/Bluetooth). Either of these items can be purchased through Workday. Please refer to the Workday section for more details.

AV Equipment

If you are interested in purchasing AV equipment, please contact LTS Consulting (715-831-1367 or ltsconsulting@uwec.edu). Often there are University systems and standards that need to be considered when purchasing AV equipment. In addition, all AV equipment must be purchased in compliance with the mandatory Wisconsin state contract related to AV equipment.

Non-Standard Computers and Tablets

If you’re interested in purchasing a computer or tablet with specifications that are not met by UWEC standard computer configurations, you must contact LTS Consulting for guidance in buying these products. LTS can help you identify the products that will meet your needs and provide additional information that may impact your purchase (i.e.. navigating state procurement guidelines, software licensing requirements, IT security requirements, network infrastructure requirements). This includes computers purchased alongside other equipment such as research instruments. Computers and tablets purchased without LTS consultation may have limitations placed on their usage or may need to be returned.

All Other Technology

It’s always recommended that you work with LTS Consulting before purchasing technology. Often there are factors that may impact what items can be purchased, how they are purchased, and how products interact with University equipment and infrastructure. LTS will work with you to make sure that you have information to make a purchase that meets you needs and assist in the purchasing process.

How to Purchase

Below you’ll find several avenues to make purchases for computer peripherals and technology. If the options below are not viable, LTS Consulting can assist in making the purchase. Simply reach out with details on what you’d like to purchase and LTS work with you on the purchasing process.

Workday/ShopUW+ Catalog Purchases from B&H Photo

Many computer peripherals and other technology can be purchased from Workday via ShopUW+ punch outs. Below you'll find instructions for using the B&H Photo punch out which includes a broad selection of IT supplies under contract pricing. Following the instructions is a list of commonly purchased items and their B&H catalog numbers to simplify the search process.

From the Workday Home page, click Menu.
Click the Procurement & AP UW app.
If the Edit Requisition Details pop-up window appears,
1. Enter the name of the UW employee the requisition is for in the Requested For field.
2. Enter the UW campus in the Company field.
3. Confirm the Currency is USD.
4. Click OK.
Under Connect to ShopUW+, click Request Catalog Items & Access ShopUW+.
In the Connect to Supplier Website window, click Connect in the Shop UW+ row.
From the ShopUW+ landing page, click on IT Supplies tab
From the IT Suppliers section, click on B&H Photo.
Search for the items you’re interested in purchasing and add them to your B&H cart.
When ready to purchase, click the My Cart icon in the upper right.
Update your quantities as needed, enter the zip code, select your preferred shipping option, and click the Punchout button.
From your ShopUW+ cart, click the Send to Workday button in the upper right.

Review items on the View Cart page and click Checkout when ready to purchase.

On the Checkout page

Verify the Ship-To Address is correct.
Confirm the Request Date is today’s date.
Confirm the Currency is USD.
Verify the Requisition Type is CATALOG-ShopUW+ & University Warehouse.
Verify that a Spend Category populated for each item within the Goods section.
Confirm the rest of the information within the Goods section is correct.
Optional: In the Attachments section, add supporting documentation such as a quote.
Click Submit.
NOTE: Click Save for Later if you would like to save your current progress before exiting the task.

Optional, click Edit Details to update multiple lines of the requisition and click Save Changes when finished.

Requesting for - change the Requester on the requisition.
Requesting Entity - only used for inventory.
Company is the campus the requisition.
Currency is always USD.
Requisition Type - default requisition type.
NOTE: Requisition Type updates automatically between requisitions to the most recently used.
Deliver-To - the workspace where the item will end up.
Ship-To - based on Deliver-To selected.
Driver Worktags - updated with funding information.
Cost Center - based on driver worktag.
Fund - based on driver worktag.
Function - based on driver worktag.
Additional Worktags - such as expenditure treatment can be added.

Procurement Card

Many computer peripheral orders can be placed on a procurement card and ordered from online vendors. It’s always recommended that you contact LTS Consulting to consult with LTS staff prior to making a purchase. Please be certain that you’re familiar with the guidelines in the Procurement Card Manual before making a purchase. Tax exemptions are required for all procurement card purchases.

Bulk Orders

If you are planning to order an item in bulk, please contact LTS Consulting with details of your purchase. There are several state contracts and vendors that we may be able to leverage that will offer better pricing.