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CDW-G Outlines Steps to Mitigate IT Market Volatility

Join SWP and CDW-G for a strategic briefing focused on how UC campuses and health organizations can navigate shifting IT purchasing conditions heading into 2026. Drawing on UC’s historical buying patterns and current market dynamics, CDW-G will share actionable guidance to help institutions reduce cost exposure, manage supply risk, and make more strategic purchasing decisions.
  • clock Date and Time:
    Apr 16, 2026 11:00AM PDT
  • map-pin Location:
    ZOOM
  • user Speaker(s):
    Bala Balakumar
    Senior Category Manager

Webinar highlights:

  • What UC Should Do Differently in 2026 – Practical recommendations on purchasing timing, configuration choices, and buying behaviors that impact cost and supply risk.
  • CDW-G’s Commitment to UC – Plans to support campuses and health centers through quote validity and options for managing supply and lead times.
  • Standardization Strategy – Which platforms and configurations offer the lowest risk for pricing and availability in the coming year.
  • Market Outlook – CDW-G’s perspective on pricing trends and the risks associated with delaying purchases.
  • 90-Day Action Plan – Immediate steps campuses and health centers can take to improve purchasing outcomes and reduce exposure.

This session will include a 20-minute strategy briefing from CDW-G followed by live Q&A.

Ideal for campus and health IT leaders, procurement teams, and anyone responsible for technology planning and purchasing strategy.

About Speaker

Bala Balakumar

Bala Balakumar

Senior Category Manager

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