Elements and Performance Criteria
- Determine information and communications technology requirements
- Identify full range of hardware and software requirements relevant to anticipated startup level of business and available space
- Determine and decide on type of internet connection needed to fulfil business requirements
- Identify suitable suppliers of hardware, software and appropriate support services
- Compare and analyse pricing and payment options to determine the most suitable information and communications technology goods and services for the business
- Install hardware and software products
- Determine suitable location for hardware, taking work health and safety (WHS) and environmental considerations into account
- Follow set-up instructions for hardware in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
- Follow instructions on installation for all software applications and upgrades
- Install and test connection device in accordance with vendor instructions
- Trouble shoot/resolve common malfunctions