North Carolina S449 mandates annual reporting on technology break/fix rates and cost evaluations for public schools, community colleges, and UNC.

North Carolina S449 requires public schools, community colleges, and constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina to evaluate technology costs and report break/fix rates. Public schools must report annually on the break/fix rate of technology devices, including the percentage of devices requiring repair, total devices in operation, and repair costs. Community colleges and UNC institutions must evaluate long-term ownership costs, innovation flexibility, and resale or salvage value when acquiring technology.

North Carolina S449 mandates annual reporting on technology break/fix rates and cost evaluations for public schools, community colleges, and UNC.

North Carolina S449 requires public schools, community colleges, and constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina to evaluate technology costs and report break/fix rates. Public schools must report annually on the break/fix rate of technology devices, including the percentage of devices requiring repair, total devices in operation, and repair costs. Community colleges and UNC institutions must evaluate long-term ownership costs, innovation flexibility, and resale or salvage value when acquiring technology.