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Dell EMC is waging an all-out assault on the storage market, investing $2 billion in the effort, hiring 1,200 new storage sales certified and offering new, robust, storage compensation incentives for its partners. A trio of executives leading the charge - Scott Millard, Joyce Mullen and Marius Haas - talked to CRN about how Dell EMC is putting the pieces in place to help its partners win big in storage.
'Refuse To Lose': Dell EMC Primes Its Partners For A Storage Revolution
Driving the company's storage sales offensive are new robust storage compensation incentives for solution providers and an influx of Dell EMC sales reps working side by side with those partners.
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Dell EMC's Marius Haas on the Dell EMC's storage push and how channel partners are vital to Dell EMC's success.
Storage Boost: Dell Hires 1,200 Sales certified To Drive Partner-Led Selling
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10 Hot Dell EMC Storage Products
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Tech Tour: Behind The Scenes At Dell EMC's Storage Manufacturing Facility
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FAQs
Is there a AAA Dell discount?
Does Dell offer free delivery?
We’re very happy to be able to tell you that Dell offers free standard shipping on all orders! If you’re a member of the Dell Rewards program you can also get free expedited delivery on selected orders to get your orders even sooner. Express shipping options are also available if you'd prefer, but these are subject to extra costs.
How do I contact Dell customer service?
To get in touch with the Dell support team you can call them at 1-877-275-3355, the opening hours are Monday - Sunday 09:00 - 23:00 or you can start a live chat on the website, which is open 24/7.
Does Dell have Black Friday deals?
Yes, Black Friday is a great time of year to shop at Dell because you’re bound to find an abundance of deals. If you’d like the lowdown on what was available to purchase last year, check out our Best Black Friday Dell and Alienware deals guide, you could buy devices for hundreds of dollars less than their normal prices. We're guessing there’ll be some even better deals this upcoming Black Friday, so be sure to check back here to find out what the best offers are.
Does Dell do a price match?
Dell offers a 30-Day Price Guarantee, so if you find the same product for cheaper on one of Dell’s qualifying retailers, the price will be matched. To get your price match you need to contact a Dell customer service team member either on the phone or through the live chat, sharing the active link which shows the product with a lower price and they will validate your price match.
What is Dell's returns policy?
Hardware, accessories, peripherals and parts ordered at Dell can be returned for a refund within 30 days of receiving them. However, shipping costs are non-refundable and there may be a 15% restocking fee. Items must be returned in their original packaging and in excellent condition.
Do Dell products come with a warranty?
Yes, most Dell products comes with a standard warranty of 1 year, however, some products can also have warranties of up to 5 years. Furthermore, warranty extensions can be purchased along side your item at the checkout.
Hints and tips
Shop the Deals Section: There’s a handy ‘Deals’ section which can be found in the top bar of the website. In this dropdown, you can select from different categories including ‘Laptop Deals’, ‘Gaming PC Deals’, and ‘Monitors Deals’ just to name a few! What’s on offer changes regularly, so snap up a great offer when you find one.
Shop the sales: As well as Black Friday deals, Dell also has sales throughout the year offering some massive discounts. The main ones to look out for are the holiday season and New Year's sales.
Dell Rewards: If you’re a regular shopper at Dell it’s worth joining the free loyalty program, Dell Rewards. When you become a member, you get 3% back in rewards and free fast shipping. To become a member, you need to have a Dell account, and from there you can opt to join the program.
Shop refurbished items: A great way to get a discount on Dell products is to shop the refurbished range, which can be found in the Dell Outlet. Dell’s refurbished items are quality checked and any repairs that are needed are completed, to make sure they’re of like-new quality so you’re really getting a great deal. For more peace of mind, Dell offers the same comprehensive warranty that new products get.
Student Discount: Dell has its own exclusive student discount program which offers limited-time discounts exclusively to university students, as well as some other treats. To get your Dell student discount you need to provide your school or university email address and Dell will send you your unique student coupon.
Military Discount: Dell offers a 10% discount on PCs and electronics for the Military and their families. To claim the coupon code, sign up at Dell with your ‘.Mil’ email address.
Dell trade-ins: Dell has a trade-in program that gives you the chance to give your old device to Dell in exchange for a store credit that you can use towards a brand-new product. If your old device doesn’t qualify for store credit, Dell will still happily take your old device in and recycle it for free.
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3) Click the ‘Copy’ button in the pop-out box to copy the code. Head to the Dell website and begin your shopping spree. Once you have everything, head to your shopping cart.
4) On the right-hand side of the shopping cart page, there’s a section called ‘Coupons’, paste the code in the box that says ‘Enter Coupon’ and click the ‘Apply Coupon’ button.
The Best Dell Laptop Deals This Week*
*Deals are selected by our commerce team
If you're shopping for a laptop in 2023, you have almost too many options to choose from, be it a thin mobile companion or a hefty, rugged notebook, with a vast range of options in between. Sometimes the easiest thing to do is to narrow down your options based on what you know. Sometimes, that's a brand you've long used and trusted.
If you're familiar with Dell, you probably have some opinion regarding how reliable the company's products are, how its customer service works, and the general quality of the user experience that those products and services deliver. If you're brand-loyal, it's a reasonable way to whittle down your options, while still helping you zero in on an excellent product. Picking a brand you trust does half the deciding for you.
Whether you're after a fast laptop for crunching numbers at work or a laptop for staying productive at home or on the go, it's likely that Dell has a model you've considered buying. The company has reliable machines at all levels of the market. Read on for a breakdown of our picks for the best Dell laptops for 2023 for a variety of users, followed by a guide to Dell's various laptop lines.
Deeper Dive: Our Top Tested Picks
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus (7620)
Best Dell Laptop for Most People
Bottom Line:
Dell's latest Inspiron 16 Plus isn't a perfect desktop replacement, but it offers robust features at a reasonable price, with solid performance from its 12th Generation Intel H-series CPU and Nvidia RTX graphics.
PROS
- Strong all-around performance for the price
- GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU can handle routine graphics tasks
- 1080p webcam
- Long battery life
CONS
- Dull design compared to more premium-feeling competitors
- Middling display quality
- No touch screen or OLED option
Dell Inspiron 15 (3525)
Best Dell Laptop for the Tightest Budgets
Bottom Line:
The Dell Inspiron 15 (3525) is as simple as budget laptops come. While this version addresses several shortcomings of the previous generation, you could find better elsewhere if you're not committed to Dell.
PROS
- Plenty of ports
- Decent price-to-performance ratio
- 120Hz display refresh rate
CONS
- Overall outclassed battery and display
- No keyboard backlighting
- Plain design
Dell XPS 15 (9530) (2023)
Best High-End Dell Desktop Replacement
Bottom Line:
Fully focused on new silicon, the latest Dell XPS 15 laptop adds long battery life to leading performance accessed by a gorgeous OLED touch screen, retaining its best-in-class status.
PROS
- Faster performance than ever
- GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs
- Brilliant OLED touch screen
- Premium build quality
- Long battery life
CONS
- Limited graphics performance ceiling
- Still has 720p webcam
- USB-C ports only (adapter included)
Dell XPS 17 (9730)
Best Big-Screen High-End Dell Desktop Replacement
Bottom Line:
The 2023 Dell XPS 17 brings back its tried-and-true, luxe design alongside 13th Gen Core silicon to serve demanding pro users an excellent desktop replacement that can do a little leisure on the side.
PROS
- Superior all-around performance at its size
- Punchy graphics options
- Classic high-end design and metal build
- Beautiful 4K touch-display option
- Four Thunderbolt 4 ports, adapter for USB-A and HDMI included
CONS
- Still only includes a disappointing 720p webcam
- Notably higher starting price than before
- Still no OLED screen option
Dell XPS 13 Plus (2023)
Best High-End Dell Ultraportable
Bottom Line:
A gorgeous OLED screen and a stylized keyboard make Dell's XPS 13 Plus a sleek ultraportable, but its few ports and brief battery life make it impractical for regular use.
PROS
- Peppy performance
- Superb 3.5K OLED touch screen
- Trim and light
- Sleek, seamless keyboard and touchpad
- Reasonable price
CONS
- Just two Thunderbolt 4 ports (with adapters)
- Poor battery life
- No mobile broadband
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (2022)
Best High-End Dell Convertible
Bottom Line:
Dell's 2022 rework of its XPS 13 2-in-1 is a well-made, broadly useful detachable Windows tablet in the Surface Pro vein, making it the best that Dell offers today.
PROS
- Lightweight tablet design
- Effective and intuitive XPS Folio keyboard accessory
- Sharp, bright 3K touch display
- 1080p user-facing webcam and 2160p rear-facing camera
CONS
- $100 XPS Folio keyboard not included
- Middling battery life
- Limited to just two USB-C ports, with no headphone jack
Alienware x16 R1
Best Thin Dell Gaming Laptop
Bottom Line:
The Alienware x16 comes fully loaded to play any PC game with an excellent mechanical keyboard and an RGB extravaganza—just beware of loud fan noise and a divisive design.
PROS
- Effective performance for almost every task
- Colorful 16-inch, 240Hz display
- Pleasant mechanical keyboard
- Excellent port selection
- Plenty of customizable RGB lighting
CONS
- Noisy fans fire up during any game
- Inconvenient port placement
- Heavy design
- Design verges on garish
Alienware m18
Best Big-Screen Dell Gaming Laptop
Bottom Line:
With top-end components and a spacious 18-inch display, the Alienware m18 is the best giant-screen gaming laptop so far, aimed at enthusiasts and pros with cash to burn.
PROS
- Blistering performance as configured
- Sturdy build with metal lid, customizable lighting
- Superior Cherry MX mechanical keyboard option
- Sharp 1600p/165Hz display, with 1080p/480Hz option
- Reasonable starting price with lots of configuration
CONS
- Rear-facing ports are awkward to reach
- Short battery life
- Big and heavy
Dell Chromebook 11 (3100)
Best Dell Laptop for Kids
Bottom Line:
Designed to withstand the rigors of daily life in the classroom, at home, and in between, the Dell Chromebook 11 hits a trifecta: rugged, affordable, and great for kids.
PROS
- Compact
- Sturdy, kid-friendly design
- Spill-resistant keyboard
- Optional LTE
- Plenty of USB ports
- Reasonably priced accidental damage coverage
CONS
- Poor Wi-Fi signal reception
- Display limited to 1,366 by 768 resolution
- No SD card reader
- Clumsy touchpad
Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1
Best Dell Enterprise Fleet Laptop
Bottom Line:
The Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 is a well-made business laptop with innovative features and some smart design touches, but it's only so-so as a convertible.
PROS
- Slick frameless keyboard and extra large, feature-filled touchpad
- Excellent performance and battery life
- Plenty of available business features, including 5G WWAN
- Pretty display with above-average color and brightness
CONS
- Thunderbolt 4 ports only
- Uncomfortable hard-edged palm rest
- Pricey
- Only one screen choice
Dell Precision 5560
Best Dell Mobile Workstation
Bottom Line:
The workstation sibling of the celebrated Dell XPS 15, the Precision 5560 is a slim, splendid-screened laptop that can handle all but the toughest professional apps.
PROS
- Quite thin and light for a mobile workstation
- Handsome high-res 16:10 touch screen
- Stiff aluminum and magnesium build
- Thunderbolt 4 ports, SD card slot included
- Excellent multithreaded performance for a thin workstation
CONS
- Expensive
- Short on ports (USB-A and HDMI dongle included)
- No OLED screen option
Dell Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet
Best Rugged Dell Laptop/Tablet
Bottom Line:
It's not the best performer, but Dell's Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet does the job anywhere—whether down a mineshaft, on a construction site, or at the scene of an accident. You'll likely be hard-pressed to find an environment this slate can't survive.
PROS
- Rugged design can survive almost anything
- Sunlight-ready touch screen works with gloved hands and included pen
- Plenty of features, including 4G/5G mobile data
- Optional handle for grab-and-go use
- Dual hot-swappable batteries with long battery life, too
CONS
- Heavy and chunky
- Middling performance
- Keyboard not included
Buying Guide: The Best Dell Laptops for 2023
When you're looking at Dell's laptop product line, you'll want to concentrate on which of its six main families of laptop best meets your needs. The ones to familiarize yourself with are Inspiron, XPS, Alienware, G Series, Latitude, and Precision. You'll find both clamshell and 2-in-1 convertible entries in all of these families apart from the two gaming-oriented ones.
Stay tuned for a number of new gaming laptops from Dell, particularly the Alienware x16 and Alienware m18 mobile gaming machines, later in 2023. Dell's also working on new upgrades and additions to its high-end XPS line in 2023. Naturally, we intend to review each one.
Inspiron: The Mainstream Choice
For use in the home or school, Dell's Inspiron brand comprises consumer laptops of every stripe: power machines, inexpensive "just enough" machines, big displays, and ultra-compacts. Whether you're editing photos or managing your home finances, Inspiron's copious options fit both screen-size and budget needs for most buyers. These machines are mostly Windows models; if you want something a little less expensive for simple tasks and browsing online, consider Dell's Chromebooks, which put basic functionality into an affordable package that works great for kids and students.
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Dell breaks its Inspiron line into three gradations or levels: 3000, 5000, and 7000 series. As you go up that stack, you tend to see more premium features, and higher relative pricing. The number between the word "Inspiron" and the series number is typically the screen size of the laptop; an Inspiron 13 5000, for example, would be a 13-inch-screened laptop with middle-field characteristics.
Want to make sure you're saving the most cash possible, even on a Dell laptop? Check out our article with 15 money-saving tips for buying laptops.
XPS: The Power-User Class
The various guises of the Dell XPS 13 have been our "near-perfect" mainstream and power laptops for some time now. Refresh after refresh, Dell keeps tuning to keep this hardy machine on top. XPS signifies, on both the desktop and laptop side of the fence, a premium-design, fully decked-out machine that bridges demanding consumers and business users. It's Dell's line of power tools that are equally at home in a home office, a coffee shop, a conference room, or a high-stakes business meeting.
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XPS-class laptops also sometimes serve as guinea pigs for introducing futuristic features, such as the XPS 13 Plus, which ditches a physical touchpad in favor of a haptic feedback mechanism integrated into the palm rest. These experiments aside, you won't find a lot of variety in the XPS laptop line in terms of screen size or stratification, just configurable versions of the 13-inch-screened XPS 13 and 15-inch XPS 15 as both clamshells and swiveling-screen 2-in-1s. The XPS 17, the biggest model, has a 17-inch screen and is only available in a clamshell form factor.
Alienware and G Series: Full-Spectrum Gaming
If gaming is more your style, Dell's Alienware brand delivers, if you're on the market for a serious, blinged-out gaming cruiser. The latest components combine with premium construction and design, earning Alienware a well-deserved reputation as an aspirational brand among PC gamers. The Alienware machines tend to be big, brawny models with heavy graphics firepower and prices to match, though the brand known for its classic Area-51m bruiser has made forays into some leaner machines with its m15 and m17 series models and the even leaner Alienware X-Series.
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Dell also sells gaming laptops under its G Series brand, introduced in 2018. Before this new sub-brand's introduction, this aggressively priced, lower-end line was part of the Inspiron family. Dell split it out as its own animal, and now the G Series is aimed at mainstream and budget-constrained gamers, with more modest designs than the Alienwares and component loadouts that are humbler but still workable for the latest games.
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The G Series models hover above and below the $1,000 mark, while the Alienwares start north of that. Models in the G Series are gradated like the Inspirons, into G3, G5, and G7 classes, with the higher numbers indicating higher-grade builds and feature sets.
Latitude: The Umbrella for Business Machines
Then there's business. Dell's Latitude brand is the mainstay for its business laptops, competing with options from Lenovo (the ThinkPad T series) and HP (the various EliteBook lines). Latitude offers options for workers in the office or in the field, with a mix of thin-yet-powerful laptops and durable systems that can take a beating.
Like the Inspirons and the G Series, the Latitudes make use of the same 3000, 5000, and 7000 nomenclature, with the addition of a top-of-the-line 9000 series. The second number in the four-digit model number signifies the screen size. So a Dell Latitude 7390 is in the second-from-the-top of the four lines, with a 13.3-inch screen; a Latitude 9500 would be a top-grade machine with a 15.6-inch screen.
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Beyond the "simply" durable units, the Latitude line is also home to a few costly, highly ruggedized models that are designed to be used in hostile environments: doused in water, clipped onto an ATV, exposed to cold and wind, and the like. These are branded under the Latitude Rugged Extreme moniker.
Precision: Workstation Laptops for Demanding Professionals
Mobile workstations are a breed of machines that share some traits with business models, but they stand apart for their Independent Software Vendor (ISV) certifications and, in some cases, specialized CPU and GPU options and support for highly precise error-correcting-code (ECC) memory. ISV certifications give users of demanding professional business apps (in areas such as scientific computing, architecture, and engineering) assurances that the workstation will run up to snuff with a given application. Companies such as Adobe, Autodesk, Avid, Dassault Systemés, and Siemens tend to be the ISVs involved.
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Dell's line of mobile workstations is its Precision line, which comprises both laptop and desktop models. On the laptop side, Precision makes use of the same 3000, 5000, and 7000 series lingo as the other lines, with the screen size indicated within the model number.
A workstation might make use of consumer- or business-grade Intel CPUs, but the mark of a high-end workstation is the presence of a mobile Intel Xeon CPU and a dedicated workstation-grade graphics processor from Nvidia (RTX A-series, formerly Quadro) or AMD (Radeon Pro, much less common). The latter are in contrast to their consumer-GPU counterparts (GeForce GTX/RTX and Radeon RX, respectively) and are designed specifically for the kind of heavy-duty calculations that ISV-class applications require. Dell also offers a few 2-in-1 models in the Precision line; convertible workstations are far less common than their consumer counterparts.
So, What Is the Best Dell Laptop to Buy?
There are plenty of solid Dell systems to choose from, but don't be overwhelmed by the options. We've combed through our many reviews and singled out the best Dell systems in multiple categories. For more (Dell and non-Dell) options, check out our favorite laptops overall (updated constantly), as well as our lists of the best Chromebooks, the best budget laptops, and the best gaming laptops.
Without diverse input at the building stage, the outlook of any artificial intelligence can be very one dimensional – but DELL is helping such software systems see the bigger picture ...
TECHNOLOGICAL advances mean the world is changing so rapidly it’s a struggle to keep up.
One of the key issues is the ever-growing skills gap because, while it is commonly thought by the older generation that many young people all want to enter the technology sector, the reality is that not enough are studying STEM subjects to meet future needs.
For Dell Technologies the answer is a diverse and inclusive workforce that includes minority groups, females as well as men, and everyone from graduates to those re-entering the workforce at a later stage in life.
Diversity and inclusion is seen by Dell Technologies not just as a politically correct slogan but a business imperative - which is why the company has launched a range of programmes to attract and retain diverse talent.
Dell Technologies’ diversity and inclusion strategy is as important as its technology strategy because it is regarded as bringing business and social value to the company.
“We are in 180 countries and have 140,000 employees and what we want is to create a place where people can come to work and be themselves,” said Tricia Smyth, EMEA Diversity and Inclusion Lead for Dell Technologies.
“We want them to feel a sense of belonging so they do their best work rather than sit worrying about how they are perceived.
LEADING THE WAY: Tricia Smyth, EMEA Diversity and Inclusion Lead for Dell Technologies
That is a key part of our code of conduct. On the flip side we want customers to see we value these groups.”
Artificial intelligence (AI) is one area where homogeneity does not make good business sense.
“At the end of the day AI is programmed by a person and if you have a homogenous group programming it means there is just one dimension,” pointed out Smyth. “If we can apply diversity to that we are more likely to reflect what customers are looking for.
“As one of the largest technology companies in the world the onus is on us to use that position of privilege to make a difference.
“We are in a unique position to work on global challenges and we have built our agenda around sustainability, inclusion and transforming lives with technology.”
The seriousness of the skills gap can be seen in the fact that by 2024 in Europe and North America alone there are expected to be 600,000 unfilled computing jobs based on current graduation rates.
This is where programmes like STEMAspire comes in as it is aimed at encouraging females to study science, technology, engineering or mathematics and reverse the tendency for female students to drop out before they finish their studies.
This is Dell Technologies’ biggest programme in Scotland and has been so successful that the same model is being adopted by the company’s Pride employee resource group to encourage more of the LGBT community to enter the field. “We have just finished piloting this in Ireland and the feedback has been superb both from the mentors and mentees,” said Smyth.
“For mentors it is good to see they can cultivate talent and from the LGBT standpoint we are providing role models within Dell Technologies. Often LGBT students fail to make the transition from college or university into the industry as they are unsure of how they will be received.”
Dell Technologies also goes into secondary schools with its Digital Futures Programme to give pupils an idea of what it is really like to work in the sector and the range of jobs available.
“This is working well too,” said Smyth. “At the start of one of my accurate sessions I asked for a show of hands of those considering a career in the technology industry. Three out of 165 pupils put their hands up but at the end of the hour every single hand went up. We show how technology affects everything we do so that they can see all the different aspects of being a computer programmer.”
Another Dell Technologies programme centres on those who have taken a few years out of the workplace and would like to go back to work but are in need of new skills as well as a confidence boost.
Flexible working is also seen as key to encouraging people with family responsibilities to work for Dell Technologies and by 2020 it is expected that nearly 50 per cent of the workforce will have flexible work arrangements.
“We want to attract talent and make sure we create an environment where people can be themselves,” said Smyth.
“Dell Technologies is committed to that and is regularly voted one of the most ethical and most admired companies.
She added: “The core to all of this is addressing issues of bias. We all have biases and these affect how we make decisions so we need to be aware of them.”
In order to help employees recognise their biases the company has launched its Many Advocating Real Change (MARC) programme.
“We are not trying to change people but we need to eliminate bias from how we hire and recruit to make sure we build a diverse workforce,” said Smyth. “People tend to hire someone they like or someone like them so it is building awareness that someone unlike you does not always mean worse - it just means different.”
For more information go to https://corporate.delltechnologies.com/en-us/social-impact/cultivating-inclusion.htm
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Gender was on the agenda in Edinburgh
Dell Technologies are working collaboratively with Equate Scotland to help support and prepare the next generation of female STEM professionals entering today’s transforming work environment.
Scotland’s gender equality expert within STEM Equate Scotland, recently hosted their annual Student Network Conference and Awards Ceremony at the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation. Equate Scotland, established in 2006, is an organisation that actively promotes and encourages the advancement of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
CAPITAL VENTURE: The Student Network Conference and Awards Ceremony
The event brought together female students from colleges and universities across Scotland, celebrating their passion for their chosen field. Students connected with inspiring female professionals from companies such as Dell Technologies, Data Lab, Ernst Young and Balfour Beatty, to help build on their network and enhance their career development.
The conference came about as part of Equate Scotland’s strategy to make tangible and sustainable change in Scotland, enabling the development of women studying and working within STEM industries by supporting their recruitment, retention and career progression.
Scotland’s STEM employment sector struggles with skills shortages which many expect will be exacerbated by Britain’s exit from the European Union. Studies suggest there are too few students coming through, particularly females, which jeopardises Scotland’s chance to be at the forefront of innovation.
Only 25% of women have a profession within the STEM sector and 70% of university students studying STEM will not progress onto a role within the industry. Dell Technologies attended the event and hosted an interactive workshop for students and employers. The workshop focused on effective communication and social media, providing students with tips and guidance on how to enhance and maintain a professional social media presence across platforms such as LinkedIn and Twitter.
Sarah O’Donnell, Executive Communications at Dell Technologies says: “The event was very much a celebration of super inspiring young women, bringing them together to connect with peers and other female professionals to help enhance their career development.
“Dell Technologies were delighted to support the event and I was particularly privileged to impart some of my knowledge on social media and communication skills in a super interactive workshop.”
Equate Scotland initially connected with Dell Technologies in 2017, providing support in the launch of their STEMAspire mentoring programme. The programme came about as part of
Dell Technologies wider social impact strategy to drive growth and innovation through advancing diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
With support from Dell EMC, and in association with Intel and Microsoft, Dippy's Naturenauts offers a mobile-friendly interactive experience for children aged seven to eleven.
A fun activity that supports Dippy on Tour, Dippy and Fern the fox lead kids through a series of exploratory games that encourage them to venture outdoors and interact with the nature in their area while learning about science.
Through their generous support of Dippy on Tour and Dippy's Naturenauts, Dell EMC helped the Museum to help the next generation of scientists engage with the natural world through a leading a digital experience, guiding and engage them in scientific thinking.
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