To ensure smooth workflows and high performance, Forge Marketing provides all employees with standardised hardware tailored to their role. This helps maintain compatibility across our systems and ensures you have the tools you need to deliver exceptional work.

1. Standard Employee Hardware Package

For most marketing, account management, and support staff

• Laptop: Dell XPS 15 (2024)
  • Intel Core i7 13th Gen processor
  • 32GB DDR5 RAM
  • 1TB SSD storage
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU
• Display: Dell UltraSharp 27” Monitor (QHD)
• Peripherals:
  • Logitech MX Keys Wireless Keyboard
  • Logitech MX Master 3S Wireless Mouse
  • USB-C docking station
• Headset: Jabra Evolve2 65 Wireless Headset
• Webcam: Logitech Brio 4K

2. Creative Team Hardware Package

For design, video, and content production roles

• Laptop: Apple MacBook Pro 16” (M3 Pro chip)
  • 12-core CPU
  • 32GB Unified Memory
  • 1TB SSD storage
  • 38-core GPU
• Display: Apple Studio Display (5K)
• Peripherals:
  • Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID
  • Apple Magic Trackpad & Magic Mouse
  • CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt Dock
• Audio & Video:
  • Rode NT-USB Mini Microphone
  • Sennheiser HD 560S Studio Headphones

3. Mobile Devices (If Required)

• iPhone 15 Pro (256GB) with company-managed mobile plan
• Pre-installed with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Google Drive, and project management apps

4. Security & Accessories

• BitLocker (Windows) / FileVault (Mac) full-disk encryption
• Company-issued laptop bag or backpack
• Surge-protected power strip for home setups
• Privacy screen filter (on request)

5. Replacement & Upgrade Cycle

• Laptops: Replaced every 3 years
• Mobile devices: Replaced every 2 years
• Peripherals: Replaced as needed due to wear or technical issues

6. Hardware Support

• Primary Contact: Daniel Fox — daniel.fox@forgemarketing.com
• Secondary Contact: Emma Ward — emma.ward@forgemarketing.com