IT procurement for universities and institutes
Professional support for specialist departments, procurement, and ICT managers.
Procurement processes at universities are complex. DQ Solutions supports departments and purchasing teams as a certified Apple Education Partner in Switzerland with clear structures, reliable services, and deep expertise – from evaluation to rollout.
Solutions for procurement, operation, and digital infrastructure
Relief for specialist departments and purchasing teams
A efficiently structured and sustainably operated IT landscape forms the basis for modern university environments. With certified Apple expertise, clear processes, and versatile services, we create a stable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure for teaching, research, and administration.
Your challenges
We support you in reducing administrative effort and implementing a sustainable, plannable IT infrastructure.
IT procurements in the higher education environment entail special requirements.
IT procurement at universities means:
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Different needs of faculties, institutes, and learners
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High requirements for device quality, safety, and compatibility
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Binding budget guidelines and tendering processes
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Integration into existing MDM and security solutions
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High service and support requirements in ongoing operations
Our support
We provide competent, transparent, and practical support throughout all phases to reduce effort and create planning certainty.
Procurement processes at universities involve high coordination requirements.
From evaluation to rollout – this is how we support you:
- Needs analysis and product recommendations
- Quotation preparation and procurement decisions
- Structured processes for small and large volumes
- Coordination between Purchasing, Specialist Departments, and ICT
- Technical specifications and project documentation
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Rollout planning and project management
Operation, Security, and Management of Your Digital University Infrastructure
After procurement, the actual operation begins.
We support universities in managing devices reliably, operating them securely, and providing long-term relief with professional support.
Efficient device management for universities
After procurement, efficient operation begins. A modern university environment requires clear concepts for the management, configuration, and support of its fleet of devices.
Security solutions for devices, data, and networks
Universities need security solutions that reliably protect device fleets, sensitive data, and campus infrastructures. We offer suitable hardware, software, and services.
Reliable support for uninterrupted operation
To ensure your infrastructure runs stably in the long term, we support universities with comprehensive support services. On-site, remotely, and throughout the entire lifecycle.
Your advantages with DQ Solutions
From procurement to ongoing operations.
Our solutions are designed to provide long-term relief to universities and optimally support the entire lifecycle of your devices. For more efficiency, planning security, and relief in everyday life.
Framework agreements for long-term partnerships.
create planning security and significantly reduce administrative effort. We support universities and institutes with stable, reliable agreements,
but also enable simplified processes, transparent pricing structures, and efficient procurement over several years. Defined contract conditions significantly reduce your administrative effort.
Framework agreements not only offer better conditions,
Special conditions and special offers
Thanks to our highest partner status with Apple, we can offer universities, lecturers, students, and staff particularly attractive conditions throughout the year. For larger volumes, we create individual special offers. Additionally, as part of the Neptun program, we offer selected Apple products at unique special conditions twice a year.
Your personal contact person
Your personal contact is the central link for everything related to the procurement of hardware and software as well as post-support. They assist you with technology implementation, network, license, and device management, as well as special projects. Continuous exchange and regular partner meetings ensure optimal collaboration.
Efficient procurement with e-procurement
Our individually designed online store for universities is accessible around the clock and offers flexible and easy interaction. By integrating Punch-Out/OCI, seamless connectivity to existing systems is enabled, ensuring smooth processing. Additionally, we offer various services through our e-platform, including Careplan and Pickup & Repair.
Comprehensive product range and fast logistics
We offer a wide range of Apple and 3rd-party products and ensure high availability and fast delivery times thanks to our own central warehouse.
For orders over 50.– CHF, delivery is free of charge with Post Priority.
Upon request, you can also pick up your order at one of our DQ business locations.
Long-standing partnerships and references
We maintain long-standing partnerships with renowned universities in Switzerland, including the universities , and , the Federal Institutes of Technology ( and ), the (ZHdK) and the (FHNW).
Zurich
Bern
Basel
ETH
EPFL
University of Design and Art
Universities of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland
These partnerships demonstrate mutual trust and our long-standing business relationships.
