Re: [school-discuss] [Fwd: [ICT Research Network] Thin Client]

[Miles Berry <mberry@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Damiano Verzulli wrote:
> Miles Berry wrote:
> 
>>
>> *Becta Thin Client study- help required*
>>
>> Becta has commissioned KPMG to study the implementation of Thin Client
>> technology in schools in England. [...]
>> It would be very helpful if you could provide any relevant information
>> as soon as you are able...
> 
> 
> I don't want to seem "polemic" but... as far as I know, KPMG is not used
> to work "for free" (as in beer) while we are used to.
> 
> So, at least, will the results of the study be "shared" with the
> community and/or this list?
> 
> Cheers,
> Damaino
> 
Schoolforge-uk are on the case and have a representative meeting with
Becta next week to discuss the terms of reference and offer assistance.
I'd expect a published report at the end of KPMG's study, and I'll try
to remember to post a link here.

Becta's earlier study of TCO for open source was mentioned on this list
back in May - it's still interesting reading. Have a glance at
http://www.becta.org.uk/corporate/publications/documents/BEC5606_Full_report18.pdf

Miles.