Fundamental Steps to Improve Cybersecurity in Higher Education
By now, most CIOs in a higher education context know that cybersecurity is important. Cybersecurity continues to top the list of EDUCAUSE Top 10 IT issues; in fact, 2019 marks the fourth year in a row that this topic is in the pole position. While the specifics have changed slightly—in 2019, for example, “Information Security […]
Talent Management in Higher Education
Attracting and retaining IT staff in higher education has always been a challenge, given constrained budgets that are typical in the higher education landscape. These constraints result in lower salaries for people with technical skills, people who can leverage those skills for higher-paying jobs in industry and the public sector. Also, as colleges and universities […]
One Exec’s Secrets to Attract and Retain Top IT Talent
All companies, not just higher education institutions, are challenged with hiring and retaining top talent. The unemployment rate is hovering around a low four percent. So, not only are colleges and universities facing a tight candidate pool, they are hard pressed to compensate them like the private sector can. Shady Azzam-Gomez, Vice President for Information […]
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 […]
The Blockchain Movement in Education
The Supply Chain vs. Student Life Cycle Blockchain is a relatively simple approach that leverages the Internet of Things to securely transfer digital records among people and organizations. Unfortunately, the confusion around Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies has limited the public’s understanding of blockchain, which is completely independent of bitcoin or cryptocurrency. In its simplest form, blockchain […]
University Leads Change Through Artificial Intelligence and Chatbots
Commercial organizations and universities are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and the University of Alabama at Birmingham is no exception. In fact, it is paving the way for some exciting results. Dr. Curt Carver, Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer, speaks to AI and other technology tools focused on the intuitive dissemination and […]
Holiday Wishes Infographic
The Tambellini Group wants to take a moment to thank you, the higher education community. Our business would not be able to grow and thrive without your support. Thank you and may all of your holiday wishes come true. ©Copyright 2018, The Tambellini Group. All Rights Reserved.
Mixing and Extending Reality: Edtech Options in Higher Education
You walk into your classroom to begin the lesson you have planned for the day. And perhaps you are encountering some of your learners in person, while also reaching learners, in real time, online through the use of videoconferencing tools as simple and accessible as Skype, Google Hangouts, Zoom, or Shindig. And your guest lecturer […]
Instructional Technology and Student Success: A Rich Relationship
Kelly Walsh became CIO of The College of Westchester in 2008 after a 20-year career in technology. That background made him a natural to explore the relationship between instructional technology and student success. Because he wanted to understand the classroom experience and how the technology could enhance it, Walsh took up teaching, plunged himself into […]
