Kerr Deliveries

Research about new equipment in the company

Computers, laptops and PDA

8 March 2021

Prepared by Daeun Yug student number: 20492

Research about new equipment in the company
8 March 2021

Acknowledgements

We would like to thank the following organizations for allowed me to learn new techniques of
research information: Times academy

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Contents

Acknowledgements............................................................................................................... i

Acronyms.............................................................................................................................. Ii

Executive Summary.............................................................................................................1

1 Introduction....................................................................................................................2

1.1 Project Background..................................................................................................2

1.2 Objectives................................................................................................................2

2 Methodology..................................................................................................................3

2.1 Research Questions.................................................................................................3

2.2 Research Design......................................................................................................3

2.3 Instruments.............................................................................................................. 3

2.4 Data Collection.........................................................................................................4

2.5 Data Analysis...........................................................................................................4

2.6 Limitations................................................................................................................ 4

3 Results............................................................................................................................ 5

3.1 Desktop comparisions..............................................................................................5

3.2 Laptops comparisions .............................................................................................5

3.3 PDAs comparisions .................................................................................................5

4 Discussion...................................................................................................................... 6

5 Recommendations.........................................................................................................7

6 References..................................................................................................................... 8

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7 Appendice...................................................................................................................... 9

Acronyms

PDAs personal digital assistant

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Executive Summary
This research will be carried out due to There are so many computer brands on the market,
and so many different styles and speeds of computers. All Robert knows is that he needs to
buy desktop computers for the administrative staff, laptops for his sales staff and PDAs
(personal digital assistant) for his delivery personnel. I have been employed as Robert’s
assistant for the past two years. Robert has asked me to conduct a thorough research report
that details which computers he should buy for the company. Robert’s requirements for the
organisation are:

● 20 new desktops ● 13 new laptops which are lightweight ● 50 PDAs with the latest GPS
tracking ● all computers should contain the latest version of Microsoft Office Software and
antivirus software.

Robert is happy to spend money for good quality computers if it means they will perform
better and last longer than cheaper computers, but he expects me to justify any
recommendations with clear statistics and evidence as to why the organisation should
purchase a particular type of computer from a particular store. This is an important buying
decision for the company and it will require a significant portion of the budget.

Background

Robert Kerr has run a successful delivery company in NSW since 1995. He has 14
administrative staff, 8 sales staff and 33 delivery personnel who use bicycles, cars and vans
to deliver across Sydney and regional NSW. Due to his business expanding at a rapid rate,
he is going to begin operations in Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane in three months time.
Robert plans to hire 6 additional administrative staff, 5 sales staff and 17 extra delivery
personnel to operate the various locations in Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane. As well as
purchasing new computers for staff at the new locations, he has decided to replace all
existing computers within the business because they are getting old and running slowly.

Methodology

For conducting this research I will be searching online in about 5

different stores which options of computers, laptops and PDA will satisfy
the needs that the company has. After that I will present in this report the
three best options and one of them will be my recommendation for the
company.

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Key Findings

 Due to the qualification give it by the users the APPLE IMAC RETINA 5K, 27 for
desktop
 Due to the qualification give it by the users the Lenovo ThinkPad t430

 Due to the qualification give it by the users VIV for PDAs

Key Recommendations

 The suggested equipment comply what the company is looking for

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1 Introduction
1.1 Background
This research will be carried out for the next two weeks to find the best equipment that
supplies the needs of the company.

1.2 Objectives
The objectives of this research are to:

 Give alternatives and solutions to the company for taking the decisions of replace the
technology equipment.
 Find the best choice in technology equipment for the company

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2 Methodology
2.1 Research Questions
The research questions to be answered they are:

1. Desktops computer comparisons

2. Laptops computers comparisons
3. PDA comparisons

2.2 Research Design

. The following table summarises the methods used to answer each question:

Table 1 Methods used to answer research questions

Research Question Method Used to Answer Question

Online
Desktops computer comparisons
Online
Laptops computers comparisons
Online
PDA comparisons

2.3 Instruments
For the online comparisons will be used the website www.choice.com.au/electronics

Who is CHOICE?

We are the leading consumer advocacy group in Australia.

Independent and member-funded, CHOICE is here to ensure that Australian consumers like
you get a fair go.

We want your voice to be heard loud and clear when it comes to anything consumer-related,
from saving money to choosing the best products and services for your family, and we're
constantly on the lookout for dodgy or misleading practices that might stop you from getting
the best deal.

We've been around for 60 years, so whether it's campaigning for your rights, making
shopping easier, testing products or giving unbiased advice about food, finance and health,
CHOICE has the expertise to make sure you get the best information.

https://www.gadgetsnow.com/compare-laptops/

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https://top5-reviews.com/best-pda/

Sample
Will be evaluated 3 of the best rated desktops computers, laptops, and PDA

2.4 Data Collection

DESKTOPS

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LAPTOPS

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PDAs

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2.5 Data Analysis
DESKTOPS

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LAPTOPS

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PDAs

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2.6 Limitations
The range of prices and models in the market is too big , so the criteria to choose the best
one, it is based in other people opinion, that it can be influenced by the fashion, price or
advertisement purposes. It makes to discard many options that might be good.

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3 Results
3.1 Desktops computer comparisons
Due to the qualification give it by the users the APPLE IMAC RETINA 5K, 27 it is for price
and performance the best acquisition of the company the total cost of all the computers will
be around 60000 Australian dollars , but it is considered a worth money spend on them.

3.2 Laptops computers comparisons

Due to the qualification give it by the users the Lenovo ThinkPad t430 it is for price and
performance the best acquisition of the company, also the light weight make this one the
best choice the total cost of all the laptops will be around 23000 Australian dollars , but it is
considered a worth money spend on them.

3.3 PDA comparisons

Due to the qualification give it by the users hp ipaq 111 classic handled it is for price and
performance the best acquisition of the company, also the light weight make this one the
best choice the total cost of all the laptops will be around 5600 Australian dollars , but it is
considered a worth money spend on them.

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4 Discussion
It was explained in the limitations that the range of prices and models in the market is too big
, so the criteria to choose the best one, it is based in other people opinion, that it can be
influenced by the fashion, price or advertisement purposes. It makes to discard many
options that might be good.

Base on that the expectations of the choices made in the results are based in experts and
users reviews that will allow to Kerr Delivery to the best choice possible for their needs.

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5 Recommendations
Based on the results from the research the following recommendation is made:

To choose the computers and equipment given in the results due to those satisfied the
criteria and the needs that the company are pursuing, I really think this equipment’s can
reach the users and company expectations regarding performance and high technology

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6 References
Website

https://www.gadgetsnow.com/compare-laptops/

Website

https://top5-reviews.com/best-pda/

Website

www.choice.com.au/electronics

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7 Appendices
Website for PDA information

https://www.predictiveanalyticstoday.com/compare/google-assistant-vs-nina-vs-viv/