Some computing purchases require prior approval from the Russell Labs IT (RLIT) team. The approvals must be attached to your order.
Which Items Are Covered
- laptops
- tablets
- hard drives
- servers
- other computer hardware
Which Ordering/Payment Methods Covered
- purchase orders
- ShopUW+ orders
- paying by pcard
Why Prior Approval is Required
- To ensure the equipment meets campus cyber security requirements as well as your research needs.
- To prevent accidental orders for items that will not be compatible with existing equipment and cuts down on returns.
If Purchasing on Grants…
Funding should be split according to its use and extended warranties should be purchased on non-sponsored funds.
How to Request Review and Approval from Russell IT
To start the process, contact Russell IT:
- Email help@russell.wisc.edu
- Contact Russell IT staff (listed on the Russell IT area homepage):
- By using Microsoft Teams
- By stopping by Room 436 Russell Labs in person