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The following policies and procedures are relevant to this document:

• Acceptable Use Policy

• Mobile Device Policy

• Vertic IT Policy

Software policy

Purchasing software

All computer software to be used within the organization must be purchased through [Service Provider]. This is necessary to ensure that:

• Licensing requirements are addressed

• The software works effectively with the standard corporate software image

• Use of the software can be supported by the [IT Service Desk]

• Best value for money is obtained in procurement

• A record is kept of installed software within the organization

• Under no circumstances will software be purchased using local departmental budgets.

Software registration

All software in use within Vertic Pty Ltd must be correctly licensed. This is a legal requirement and compliance is monitored by various industry bodies.

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