Despite this lack of understanding, when presented with the range of benefits offered by thin client architecture respondents clearly welcomed these. Over half (54%) deemed lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) the most attractive feature of the thin client architecture. Other strong performers here were easier management; exceptional video performance; reduced environmental impact; and increased security. This evidence further supports NEC Computers’ ongoing commitment to sustainable, costeffective ICT.
This commitment has included the introduction of new innovative products including the TCM160 Mobile Thin Client and Virtual PC Center (VPCC), which can reduce energy consumption by up to 50 per cent, and is a practical response to the changing dynamics of ICT and increasing challenges faced by the education sector.
Commenting on the research, Mike Tonkin, UK Sales Director, said: “The opportunity to gather insights into ICT provision, procurement and awareness from people within education is an essential and valuable part of our business strategy.
“Our new VPCC is a perfect solution for educational establishments to reduce their carbon footprint and our confidence in this solution has led us to undertake pilots with learning institutions to prove how revolutionary it can be.”
The VPCC was first demonstrated at the BETT show in January 2007 and is now touring the UK at a series of roadshow events for IT professionals.
