IBM
offers discounts on new computers to DC 37 members
DC
37 members can receive discounts on computer purchases through a discount plan
arranged by IBM and the union.
The union expects the plan to be part
of the merchant discount program on big-ticket products that the city agreed to
under the 2000-2002 economic agreement.
"Though we negotiated on
our own to get the IBM discount plan, we expect that it will be incorporated into
the city's merchant discount program, once it gets off the ground," said
Dennis Sullivan, director of research and negotiations.
The IBM plan
offers up to 10 percent off the prices on purchases normally made through the
company's Web site, catalogue or 800 telephone number.
The discounts
for DC 37 members are available through IBM's Corporate Employee Purchase Program.
Members must use a special code, "4417," to participate in the discount
plan.
To find out about the products offered by the IBM Corporate Employee
Purchase Program, go to its Web site at www.ibm.com/shop/ibmdeals/4417.
The available products include computers, notebooks, CD and DVD-ROM drives and
software.
"At any time, the products vary, so it pays to check the
Web site to consider the latest offers," said Moira Dolan, an assistant director
in the DC 37 Research and Negotiations Dept., who arranged for the union's participation
in the program. It is also wise to shop around, because retailers also offer discounts,
Ms. Dolan said.