For midsize firms, selecting the right hardware can be a long, frustrating and expensive process. Without the resources of a large firm, it can be challenging to evaluate and select the right systems. But with patience and perseverance, and a lot of communication, IT leaders can prevail and create a healthy infrastructure that will serve your users efficiently. Here are some tips:

Conduct a needs analysis.
Your very first step should be to conduct a thorough needs analysis, and talk to all of your users, from the top partners to the newest secretary. Listen carefully to what people say — and to what they don’t volunteer.

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