Acorn Computers, the leading provider of computers to UK schools, has announced Independent Options, an IT leasing scheme for independent schools designed to meet the specific financial and educational needs of this sector. Acorn's Independent Options will be backed up by an extensive campaign targeting headteachers, bursars and IT co-ordinators at independent schools to help them understand the benefits of IT leasing.
Peter Talbot, General Manager UK Education at Acorn Computers, comments:
"Leasing allows independent schools to install state-of-the-art computer systems without paying out large sums up front. This, in turn, can make the school more attractive to parents, generating increased profitability and more funds to re-invest in equipment and educational resources. Acorn's Independent Options gives schools the chance to swap old hardware for new during a rental period, so they can rest assured that they will not be left behind by any future technological developments."
Independent Options is part of Acorn Options, a competitive leasing scheme for schools. Options is promoted nationally by Acorn Education dealers and administered by Anglo Leasing, one of the largest technology finance companies in the UK. Software, on-site support, technical or curriculum training are also available through the scheme. Schools interested in more information about Acorn Options should contact the Options Administrator, Dawn McKenna on 061 832 6925.
Founded in 1978, with 1992 revenues of £48.2m, Acorn Computers is the premier supplier of IT solutions to UK education and has been the leading provider of 32-bit RISC based personal computers since 1987. In 1990, Acorn established an associate company, Advanced RISC Machines (ARM) in a joint venture with Apple Computer and VLSI Technology Inc to develop and exploit further Acorn's RISC processor technology. Acorn works closely with a strong community of other industry partners, users and software developers to provide innovative technology solutions for the education, consumer, publishing and international markets. Acorn Computers Limited is part of the Acorn Computer Group plc, which went public on the USM in 1983.