Information Technology is dedicated to providing the best
technology possible through the Butler University Replacement Cycle
plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Department Coordinators?
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The deployment will be based on how quickly each area finishes
the inventory verification process (first-ready, first-served).
| Phase/Area |
Coordinators |
| Phase 1: June - August |
| Labs and Classrooms |
Joe Ader |
| Phase 2: October - May |
| Academic Affairs |
Cheryl Jensen/Monica Strigari |
| Advancement |
Claudia Johnson |
| Athletics |
Alaina Keller |
| BBA |
Diana Todd |
| BUPD |
Lindsey Birt |
| Clowes Memorial Hall |
Josh Lingenfelter |
| College of Business |
Kathleen Hood |
| College of Communication |
Mark Harris |
| College of Education |
Chris Price |
| College of LAS |
Priscilla Cobb |
| College of Pharmacy |
Donna Charles |
| Enrollment Management |
Catherine Usher |
| Finance |
Lisa Phillips |
| Human Resources |
Dawn Pruim |
| Information Technology |
Joe Ader |
| Jordan College of Fine Arts |
Maren Urness |
| Library |
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| Operations |
Karen Quattrocchi |
| Student Affairs |
Deb Barrick |
| University Relations |
Megan Vawter |
What's new this year?
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Monitors: IT will provide a limited number of
new monitors during the Replacement Cycle process. The amount
provided to each department will be based on the number of devices
being replaced. However, IT will also still replace any monitors
that fail at any time throughout the year.
New Computing Option: As an alternative to
replacing an eligible device with a PC desktop, departments may
instead choose to replace those devices with a virtual desktop
system called BUanywhere (also known as VDI) at no
additional cost. This will function similarly to a PC desktop
computer, but the physical hardware will take up less space and
only consist of a monitor, mouse, keyboard, and a Zero
Client. Any departments considering this option for eligible
devices should read more about BUanywhere and consult with IT.
PC Laptop: This year, the cost of replacing an
eligible PC Desktop with a PC Laptop will be $100 per device. This
cost will be borne by the department.
Mac Desktop/Laptop: In previous years, the
Replacement Cycle only covered the cost of replacing a Mac device
with a Mac desktop. This year Mac users eligible for replacement
may choose either a Mac desktop or a Mac laptop at no additional
cost to the department.
What happens to the old computers returned from the Replacement Cycle?
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All computers that are retired from Butler University's
inventory have their hard drives erased using WiebeTech's Drive
eRazer Pro. This process is done to the U.S. Department of Defense
standard for clearing a non-removable rigid disk and is also
approved by the National Institute of Standards and Technology for
purging data from hard drives.
Erased hard drives and other equipment are sold to Christy's of
Indiana Auction House. If you wish to purchase any of this
equipment, please contact Christy's.
Christy's of Indiana
6851 S. Madison
(317) 784-0000
Why doesn't IT allow me to purchase old devices?
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At this point in time, to take a device and prepare it to
be used by a private party takes effort and would not make
financial sense to the university. Our process is not uncommon
among other universities and large companies. IT will reassess this
policy in the future to look for cost saving methods in hopes to
make this an option for Faculty and Staff.