Three Reasons Agile Works for Implementations
When considering an ERP or cloud Software as a Service (SaaS) in higher education, agile practices can be instrumental in ensuring successful and timely implementation. As an agile enthusiast, I must confess that nearly 15 years ago, when the agile manifesto and I crossed paths, it was love at first sight. For me, it explained […]
Tambellini Cloud Summit 2019
The Tambellini Cloud Transformation Summit took place December 4–6 in the greater Boston area. On the heels of a snowstorm, more than 80 attendees shared best practices, participated in workshops, and learned from their peers how and why institutions are moving to the cloud. The Tambellini Group hosted three world-class keynote speakers who started each […]
The Only Constant is Change
In 2015, Lubbock Christian University took on a five-year institutional strategic planning process that our president named Vision 2020. It was a broad look across the university to identify improvement opportunities. Every university employee was involved, and at the conclusion, the overarching theme of the document became “a transformational student experience.” There were many parts […]
The Highs and Lows of an ERP Retirement
During May, Wellesley College honored faculty and staff who were marking anniversaries ranging from 5 to 45 years. In addition, there was another event honoring those who have decided to retire after many years at the college. Too bad there won’t be such a celebration to thank Banner, which will be retired after more than […]
Tambellini’s Finance and HCM Insights in Higher Education
The Tambellini Group has published its 2019 U.S. Higher Education Financial Management and Human Resources Systems Market Trends Report. Be sure to check out this long-awaited annual report at your first opportunity. Tambellini’s research and advisory services enable institutions to navigate the complex vendor landscape with unbiased data, including insights into financial management and human […]
The Go-To Podcast for Higher Education Technology: Top of Mind with The Tambellini Group
The Tambellini Group hosts a monthly podcast and we’re spreading the word! Why should you listen? Keep pace with education technology through insights and ideas from higher education executives. Top of Mind with The Tambellini Group explores the people and technology innovations shaping the future of learning. Check in each month for new episodes about […]
Contract Negotiation Roadmap Infographic
Technology journeys require careful planning and determination of your final destination before you even start. With this infographic, The Tambellini Group offers a roadmap for finance, HCM, student and implementation contract negotiations. Use this guidance to assist your higher education organization through this complex and highly stressful process. ©Copyright 2019, The Tambellini Group. All Rights […]
Streamlining Grants Management with Proposal Development Systems
For many colleges and universities, revenues from sponsored programs often exceed revenues from tuition, room, and board. This is especially true of the Research 1’s that invest millions in support of their research missions—bringing on researchers, building facilities, and putting in place people and practices to make the research process more efficient. It is […]
Making the Most of EDUCAUSE 2018: Four Days of Learning, Connections, and Inspirations
EDUCAUSE—the largest and most important annual event for higher education technology leaders— will be convening in Denver next week. This year at EDUCAUSE there will be more than 275 exhibitors, more than 300 sessions, and more than 700 presenters. This event attracts thousands of participants that range from higher education technology providers to services providers, […]
What if? with Dave Weil
Tambellini’s Alex Freeman sat down with Dave Weil, Associate Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Ithaca College, a Tambellini Group member, to discuss a workshop that he ran that examined possible future scenarios such as what if Alexa was connected to the ERP system? or what if students and faculty could use their mobile […]
