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IDC Research
IDC conducted extensive research, inclusive of 17 in-depth interviews and a web survey of more than 800 organizations using Microsoft Surface and other PC devices, to understand the business case for organizations of providing their employees with Microsoft Surface devices.
IT decision makers provided survey and interview inputs for this Business Value analysis; these decision makers span three continents, 20 private industry verticals, and two public sector verticals.
IDCʼs research demonstrates a broad-based value proposition for investment in Microsoft Surface devices enabled with Microsoft 365 through value realized in lower total cost of ownership, inclusive of direct savings, IT staff time savings, and employee productivity gains.
Total Cost of Ownership
See how investing in Microsoft Surface and Microsoft 365 can help you save by simplifying your IT operations, reducing security risks and increase employee productivity over 3 years.
The tool provides an estimated total cost of ownership based on the study “Evaluating the Business Case of Microsoft Surface” provided by IDC, commissioned by Microsoft in 2022, based on responses from IT decision-makers in the United States, Australia/New Zealand, India, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Emission Estimator
The Surface Emissions Estimator provides you with a report that includes estimates of carbon emissions. These estimates are based on a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in accordance with ISO 14040 and ISO 14044. The Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) data is based on Microsoft’s own measurements, collected from suppliers, along with industry standard and internationally available LCI databases.
Surface Pro X – Autopilot admin experience
Surface Pro X offers a comprehensive guide to the Autopilot admin experience, providing IT professionals with step-by-step instructions on how to set up and manage Surface devices using Autopilot. The guide covers everything from initial setup to customization options, helping organizations deploy and manage Surface devices at scale with ease and efficiency.
Surface Go 3 – Autopilot user experience
Surface Go 3 provides a detailed guide to the Autopilot user experience, helping end-users set up and configure their Surface devices quickly and easily. The guide covers everything from initial device setup to accessing and managing applications and data, ensuring a smooth and intuitive experience for Surface users.
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