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Research and review hardware technology options for organisations

Research and review hardware technology options for organisations

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTICT501
State Code
AUU58
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
029999 - Information Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research and evaluate existing and emerging technologies and hardware solutions to support organisational strategic goals.It applies to individuals in senior roles who administer and manage information and communications technology (ICT) support in small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) using a wide range of general ICT technologies.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine organisational needs
  • 1.1 Establish organisational needs and selection criteria for new technology
  • 1.2 Review strategic goals and determine future requirements
  • 1.3 Assess physical infrastructure and financial parameters against strategic goals
2. Research vendors, suppliers and ICT industry specialists
  • 2.1 Determine suitable suppliers and vendors
  • 2.2 Source information from suppliers and vendors
  • 2.3 Assess vendor information against industry standards
  • 2.4 Review emerging standards and applications for compatibility with supplier and vendor information
3. Evaluate and report on hardware technology options
  • 3.1 Review and test hardware to identify suitability for organisational requirements
  • 3.2 Identify possible project risks associated with identified hardware
  • 3.3 Document findings in a report and present to appropriate person
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7884 ICAICT501A Research and review hardware technology options for organisations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBU06 ICTICT518 Research and review hardware technology options for organisations Unit of competency