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Higher education is changing fast, and there’s no better example than Macquarie University, one of the world's top universities. With the help of Kyndryl, they’re ditching outdated systems and embracing #CloudComputing and #AI to create a more responsive and dynamic learning environment. This partnership is driving real transformation - and it’s a roadmap for other unis ready to level up. Want to know more about how technology is reshaping education? Drop me a message and let’s chat about what’s next for your institution. Check out the full story in The Mandarin here: https://lnkd.in/g-fS7XDn #HigherEd #Cloud #AI #Innovation #TheHeartOfProgress #ProTransformation

"By integrating robust technical foundations spanning devices, networks, platforms, analytics and the cloud, universities dissolve geographic and temporal barriers. Students can enjoy seamless learning, tightly integrated with their digital lifestyles and preferences. For universities, technical excellence establishes the bedrock to deliver pioneering education that opens minds and changes lives. The great universities of tomorrow will be distinguished by how intelligently they harness technology to empower people to learn without limits." Writing for the LearningMate UK & Europe sponsored publication from the Higher Education Policy Institute, Professor Gavin McLachlan (Gavin Ian McLachlan) of The University of Edinburgh, writes about the building blocks for excellence in a successful, modern university. Read his full article in the 'Technology Foundations for 21st Century Higher Education' HEPI Report (172), download it here: https://lnkd.in/eEbsunBD #HEPI #LearningMate #Students #Learning #Education #Technology #HigherEducation #University #ModernUniversity

Despite the bulk of challenges facing UK universities being specific to the UK, it is clear that some issues are global. The best solutions for all universities will be found in digital mediums and preparing the organisation for a digital, global economy. https://lnkd.in/epRw2mKE

Australian universities are facing a period of intense transformation, prompted by the need for digital modernisation, enhanced data security, the adoption of hybrid learning models, increased student engagement, and budgetary constraints. These factors represent both challenges and opportunities that are crucial for remaining competitive and offering a high-quality educational experience. **1.** Digital Transformation: Institutions are heavily investing in updating legacy systems to align with current academic and operational needs. However, high costs and the complexity of legacy infrastructure present substantial hurdles. **2.** Data Security and Privacy: As the volume of sensitive data grows, universities are increasingly vulnerable to security breaches. Ensuring robust data protection and regulatory compliance is essential to safeguard trust and institutional reputation. **3.** Hybrid and Online Learning Models: The pandemic has fast-tracked the shift to hybrid education, pushing universities to provide flexible, high-quality learning options that cater to a diverse student population. **4.** Student Engagement and Experience: Rising expectations from students require a focus on delivering personalised, engaging experiences, which are essential for student satisfaction and retention. **5.** Cost Optimization and Funding: With funding challenges and rising operational costs, universities must prioritise financial efficiency and sustainable growth to uphold their core academic mission. Addressing these strategic challenges will be vital for Australian universities to adapt, innovate, and thrive in the evolving educational landscape. #highereducation #transformation #cloud

When we try to envision the future of digital education in higher education does the very word ‘digital’ limit the scope of our thinking? 💡 In the latest post on the SPARCK blog (the design arm of BJSS) our very own Anne Dhir argues for a broader, human-centred approach to envisioning the future of #digitaleducation. She emphasises the importance of acknowledging present realities and the needs of a diverse range of stakeholders in the design process. #humancentreddesign, she suggests, is a useful framework to facilitate meaningful conversations and collaborative vision-building across the #highereducation sector. Check out the post here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dM7-K_xg Anne Dhir BJSS SPARCK Alex Powell #design #digital Amazon Web Services (AWS)

🚀 Are You Maximizing the Impact of Your Digital Investments? 🎓 In an era where higher education faces increasing pressure to innovate while managing limited budgets, prioritizing and optimizing digital transformation has never been more critical. Our latest article, "Strategic Capability Assessments: Unlocking Smarter Digital Investments in Higher Education," dives into actionable strategies to help universities, TAFEs, and research organizations: ✅ Build strategic roadmaps aligned with institutional goals ✅ Balance legacy systems and cloud modernization for optimal ROI ✅ Engage stakeholders for seamless adoption and collaboration ✅ Navigate vendor selection with confidence ✅ Optimize budgets for long-term sustainability 💡 Discover how a capability-driven approach can transform your organization’s digital journey while keeping agility and impact at the forefront. 👉 Read the full article below. Ready to discuss how these strategies can apply to your institution? Let’s start the conversation. Reach out to Christian Hyland, to explore how we can help you thrive in the digital age! #HigherEducation #DigitalTransformation #Strategy #KyteConsulting https://lnkd.in/g94PwkP9

Yesterday the Global Mobility Program group visited Macquarie University in Sydney - an institution which has expanded nearly three-fold in 20 years, with student numbers increasing from 16k to 44k; we heard first-hand from the CIO about the digital transformation he has been leading. As articulated by Oksana Viytovych during the session, the University understands that IT provide a digital service, rather than being a systems operator. A few other points from the session included: * Currently 10% of overall revenue is spent on the IT budget, split between opex and capital, with that percentage to increase annually with further investment in projects, due to a recognition at executive level of the need to both continually refresh infrastructure and deliver a seemless digital experience for students. * There is no shadow IT, with the IT team delivering solutions that meets the outcomes required for faculties and business users to operate, within the digital strategy. * 90% of workloads have been moved away from on-prem, already delivering savings and they have moved away from VMWare. * The IT Commercial Manager, who reports into the CIO, has a team to work on contract renewals and develop supplier partnerships. * The University has over 4,000 partners in industry, so it can offer 12 week blocks of work experience to every non-post-grad student. *There is a recognition that to take advantage of new digital business models there should be top-down organisational commitment to continuous change management. #HigherEducation #EdTech #Universities #TechOneGMP #Technology

In this episode, the "Innovation In Education" team looks into the important role that artificial intelligence is playing in innovative projects to help students in higher education. Amazon Web Services (AWS) and other corporations are helping HCC lead the way. Check it out! #WeAreHCC https://lnkd.in/gnaMUqyX

🔍 Rethinking Risk and Innovation in University Digital Strategies Amid Financial Constraints 🎓 In a revealing article by Tom Williams for Times Higher Education, experts discuss the increasing financial pressures that UK universities face and how this is reshaping their approach to digital innovation. 👩🏫 Stella Ekebuisi from the London School of Economics highlighted at the Digital Universities UK event that there is now a lower tolerance for failure within institutions. Universities are demanding immediate, large-scale changes rather than embracing the slow and steady progress that comes from experimental, exploratory initiatives. This shift is reducing the appetite for risky experimentation which, while potentially slowing innovation, is expected to streamline processes and deliver quick, scalable successes. 🏫 Tracey Jessup of De Montfort University echoed this sentiment, noting that the sector's low risk appetite is at odds with the nature of true innovation, which often involves a fair degree of trial and error. However, she also recognized that in the current financial climate, digital strategies need to not only innovate but also conserve resources. 📉 Andrew Greenway from Public Digital consultancy pointed out that financial constraints might actually help clarify priorities, as difficult economic times necessitate making tough choices about what to prioritize. 📘 The article serves as a crucial reminder that while financial constraints can stifle innovation, they also provide an opportunity to refine and focus efforts on what truly matters. As universities continue to adapt, the challenge will be to balance the need for immediate results with the intrinsic value of innovative exploration.

100% This. 🙌 Also that many universities feel the legacy is an "elephant they don't know how to eat". The answer, as always, is to start taking small bites: 1. Start mapping what there is (even if it's not everything) 2. Start turning stuff off (easier than many think it's going to be) 3. Make sure it's easy for colleagues to utilise the tech you've already got (you've got to tackle the culture of shadow procurement) 4. Create some principles, and understand your architecture/ TechStack is an organic, constantly evolving thing that needs management. 5. Uni.s must start seeing the benefit in centralising and scaling core services/ platforms. There are a lot of trust issues to deal with to shift the culture though. IT and other central teams get a bad wrap, sometimes it's deserved. If anyone needs a hand, or just a chat, please do drop me a DM.