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Hardware & Software

The smart way to right-fit solutions

As a large-scale, end-to-end IT services provider, Brennan has the depth and breadth of expertise, supplier partnerships and experience to guide you through the complexities of technology procurement, implementation, management and disposal.

More importantly, you also enjoy the added confidence of Brennan’s absolute commitment to doing what’s right for your organisation’s specific needs, capabilities and situation; as well as leadership pricing from one of Australia’s biggest IT buyers.

Almost three decades of experience
20+ industry specialists with extensive experience
Deep expertise in designing & delivering tech solutions
World-class supply partners
Competitive pricing and finance
24/7/365 support
80+ or better NPS track record

Grant Beatty

Head of Hardware & Software

Over our 25 years of hardware and software advisory, we know that the most cost-effective solutions are grounded in expert advice that’s genuinely customer-first. At Brennan, what’s right for you is always our first priority.”

Complete support across your IT requirements

Software

Identifying and delivering the right software - with the right licensing - can be complicated and costly. Fortunately, the Brennan Software team has the depth of expertise and breadth of experience needed to equip your company with a tailor-fitted suite of systems, applications, security and back-up options.

Software consultancy and expert application advice, led by licensing specialists
Leverage the latest vendor programs to deliver the most cost-effective solutions
Renewal and annuity management
Audit management & compliance, including risk assessments, security review and remediation to agreed standards
Microsoft persona and optimisation reviews, and licensing reconciliation
Integration and alignment with existing software and solutions
Dedicated Brennan software self-service portal

Hardware

From agriculture to utilities and all industries in-between, holistically integrated hardware solutions arm organisations with the solid foundations they need for future success. Brennan is uniquely equipped to design and deliver the hardware solution - including devices, infrastructure, networks, video conferences, mobile technology and more - that’s right for your business.

Manage your day-to-day hardware requirements
Multi-vendor bid management, with volume price discounts and industry specific price bidding
Quote, query and order management, backed by a 4-hour rapid enquiry response
Warehousing and inventory management, including buffer stock, project rollouts, and supply chain risk management
Integration and alignment with existing hardware and solutions, including configuration validation
Dedicated Brennan hardware procurement portal
Asset disposal across asset classes (30K+ a month), including buybacks, decommissioning and data erasures and recycling

Full Service Suite

Our expert teams take the guesswork and stress out of every aspect of IT procurement, implementation and disposal, with 24/7/365 support and service portals that make life easier.

Consultancy
Procurement
Project delivery
Warehousing and stock management
PC Fleet management
Finance
Easy procurement, licencing and staff purchasing portals

Progressive procurement

We’ll never push products for the sake of sales. Instead, Brennan’s dedicated procurement team can offer astute guidance on what to buy, why to buy it, and how to mesh it with the technology you own and the aspirations you hold. And with hard-earned, long-held vendor relationships, partner discounts, and finance options, we can deliver cost-effective solutions that maximise your technology investments.

New technology. Fixed purpose.

Technology isn’t static, but its purpose is fixed: to help users collaborate, innovate, and succeed. With our Device-as-a-Service model, your people will benefit from the newest releases with the freshest productivity features. Our software services match and meet industry-specific needs, working to extract maximum value out of your current licenses. And whether on-premise or in the cloud, you’ll benefit from forward-thinking solutions that boost productivity and innovation.

Hand-crafted partner ecosystem

Over the course nearly three decades of proven experience, we've developed enduring relationships with 200+ industry-leading technology vendors, spanning off-the-shelf products from recognised brands through to bespoke equipment from specialist suppliers.

Hardware & Software case studies

Endorsements that can only come from true connection

Here’s how we’ve earned the trust of complex businesses, in their words.

“Brennan is a trusted partner of ours, and there is certainly mutual respect and understanding from both organisations. We are both working towards the same outcome. It’s a deep-rooted engagement that will be ongoing.”

Phil Witchen
IT Manager, Delaware North
“Brennan really helped by providing expert advice and guidance us as to the amount of storage and compute we required to meet our needs, as well as procuring the equipment when it was needed. We’ve dealt with Brennan before and have always been impressed by their level of engagement, as well as their people and experience.”

Phil Witchen
IT Manager, Delaware North

Frequently asked questions

What do Brennan’s Hardware & Software solutions actually cover?

From upfront advice and technology procurement through to implementation, management and secure disposal, Brennan’s Hardware and Software Practice (HSP) provides end-to-end procurement services, including:

Hardware sourcing and configuration
Software consultancy and licensing
Warehousing and stock management
PC fleet management
Flexible financing
Secure asset disposal and buybacks

With nearly three decades of providing IT advice, a team of more than 150+ certified specialists, and experience gained from supporting more than 20,000 users, Brennan provides a range of services to help you procure, implement, manage, and safely dispose of the hardware and software needed to underpin your business success

How do you make sure we get a ‘right-fit’ solution, not just a list of products?

Whether your organisation needs support with targeted ad-hoc requirements or complex, multi-site projects, we start with your needs, capabilities and aspirations, not a product catalogue.

Our hardware and software specialists can audit and analyse your existing environment, industry, risk profile and budget before shaping a right-fit, right-sized solution. That includes aligning with the technology you already own, choosing the most appropriate licensing models, and designing consistent device and infrastructure standards. We’ll never push products for the sake of sales. Our commitment is to do what’s right for your organisation over the long term.

Our Forever New and Delaware North case studies demonstrate how we design and deliver integrated environments, support business growth and expansion, and manage major technology transitions without disrupting customer or employee experiences.

What end-to-end procurement support do you offer for hardware and software?

Brennan’s Full-Service Suite takes the guesswork and stress out of procurement. We provide:

Consultancy and solution design
Multi-vendor bid management with volume discounts and industry-specific pricing
Quote, query and order management with a 4‑hour rapid enquiry response
Warehousing and stock management, including buffer stock and project rollouts
PC fleet management
Finance options
Easy-to-use procurement, licensing, and staff purchasing portals

This offers a single, consistent way to procure, deploy and manage technology across your organisation.

Can Brennan integrate new hardware and software with our current on-premise and cloud environments?

Absolutely. We’re experienced in designing and delivering solutions that span on-premises, private and public cloud, and SaaS. We make sure new devices, infrastructure and applications are:

Aligned to your network, identity and security architecture
Validated and configured to your agreed standards
Integrated with your existing platforms and line-of-business systems

Whether you’re modernising a data centre, rolling out new collaboration tools or standardising your PC fleet, our focus is on seamless, low-risk integration.

How can Brennan help us get control of software licensing and renewals?

Our dedicated software licensing specialists provide independent, vendor-aware advice to ensure your licensing is both compliant and cost-effective. We help you:

Select the right vendor programs and subscription tiers
Run Microsoft persona and optimisation reviews
Manage renewals and annuities with monthly reports for greater visibility
Prepare for and respond to vendor audits
Align licences with your broader security, productivity and Modern Workplace strategy

The goal is simple: extract maximum value from your licences before you buy anything new while giving you clear visibility of the risks and costs.

Do you offer competitive pricing and finance options for large projects?

Yes. As one of Australia’s largest IT buyers, Brennan provide highly competitive pricing and flexible financing options across hardware, software and related services. For larger programs, we can structure finance to better align with your budget cycles, refresh strategy and preferred OPEX/CAPEX mix, helping you move ahead with critical upgrades and transformation initiatives without overextending capital.

What ongoing support will we receive once hardware and software are deployed?

Our relationship doesn’t end at go-live. Brennan provides 24/7/365 support, along with intuitive portals for requests, procurement and self-service. Our Service Desk and specialist teams handle incidents, changes, requests, renewals and vendor escalations. We also work with you to continually refine standards, adjust to changing user needs and embed new technology into day‑to‑day operations, so your environment remains stable, secure and aligned to your business goals.