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      1. Make sure your equipment specifications are written into 
      a purchase agreement or contract, along with the price, any trade-in 
      agreement, expected delivery date, supplier's obligation for assembly, 
      delivery charges, etc.  
       
      2. It is important to obtain realistic estimates of delivery time, since 
      delays affect your planning timetable.  
       
      3. Make sure someone who is authorized to sign for the shipment is present 
      when it is delivered. 
       
      4. Uncrate, assemble, and count all items before signing the delivery slip 
      or invoice.  
       
      5. Be sure to note any discrepancies on the delivery slip and keep a copy 
      of these notations for your records.  
       
      6. Add each item to your property inventory and issue and affix inventory 
      tags, if applicable.  
       
      7. Decide where your equipment should be placed prior to delivery. Once 
      installed, it will be difficult to move. 
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