Selecting a Computer Classroom Rental vendor | Computers

By OliviaCain
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While price might be the number one consideration, there are a lot of other factors you should investigate when choosing to rent a computer training facility.

First there is the obvious question: do the specs of the computers meet the technical needs of the training? You will want to check that the CPU speed, the memory, and the size of the hard drives are sufficient. You will also want to make sure that the type and size of the monitors meet your needs.

Next you need to ask about technical support. Is there a dedicated technical expert support person onsite who has the expertise to install and support the software you will be using? Be sure that the technician will be on site the entire time that the classroom is being utilized to handle any problems that might pop up.

You also need to check the physical characteristics of the classroom. Make sure it is large enough so that each student has adequate space for monitors, manuals and room to take notes. Make sure the projector is high quality and that there are whiteboards, flipcharts or other media for the instructor to use.

Often overlooked is the aspect of heating and air conditioning. You don't want your students to be freezing or overheated. The ideal configuration is for the classroom to have its own controls so that heat and air conditioning can be adjusted accordingly for the comfort of students present.

Also, be sure to inquire about other amenities that are available for your students. Does the rental fee include beverages and snacks? If not, is there a per person charge for catering? Is there a break room in the facility available to the students? Can lunch and/or dinner be catered? If students are traveling, how close are the nearest hotels? Are there any hotels within walking distance or is other transportation needed? Are there negotiated rates with area hotels for your students?

A last consideration is the building itself. Is it modern and attractive? Is the location centrally located and easy to find? What about parking? You will want to find out if free parking is available at the venue for students, and if not - find out where parking can be found and what fee the student can expect to pay. If there is a charge for parking you may want to make arrangements to cover the cost for the students.

By following these guidelines you will ensure your ability to provide a comfortable and hassle free environment for your training presentation.

About the Author

Olivia Cain is president of AmeriTeach, a Microsoft Certified Training Center, in Denver, Colorado. She has successfully provided computer classroom rentals to dozens of the Fortune 1000. Download the AmeriTeach Classroom Rental Brochure here.

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