Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences, Partnerships, and Presentations/Speeches

Partnerships: Clients, IT, and Vendors Working Together

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Title:Partnerships: Clients, IT, and Vendors Working Together (ID: EDU07120)
Author(s):Samara Larson (University of California, Irvine)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

Today's complex workplace and demanding IT environment mandate that traditional barriers between business units, in-house IT, and vendors be replaced by partnerships working toward common goals. Learn how UC Irvine's Facilities Management and Administrative Computing staff broke down these barriers and partnered with a vendor to build and implement a flexible project management system.

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Achieving the Impossible Through Partnerships and Alliances

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Title:Achieving the Impossible Through Partnerships and Alliances (ID: EDU06154)
Author(s):Shirley C. Payne (University of Virginia) and Martha R. Sites (University of Virginia)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/09/2006)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:Partnerships and alliances leverage the talents of many to accomplish an important goal not otherwise achievable, or not achievable in a cost-effective way. Their formation and ongoing support, however, can be time-consuming, costly, and risky. This seminar will cover critical success factors in building successful partnerships and alliances and will present numerous case studies of such collaborations within higher education. Group exercises will be used to analyze the potential for success of collaborations under consideration and define strategies to reenergize existing ones. Participants are encouraged to bring specific cases on which they would like input.
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Institutions as Allies in the Security Challenge

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Title:Institutions as Allies in the Security Challenge (ID: EDU05234)
Author(s):A. Wayne Donald (Virginia Tech), Shirley C. Payne (University of Virginia), Cathy Hubbs (George Mason University), and Darlene H. Quackenbush (James Madison University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/20/2005)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:The Virginia Alliance for Secure Computing and Networking is proving that by banding together to leverage field-proven security practices, experienced operational staff, and the latest cybersecurity research, institutions can greatly strengthen their security programs. Learn about the benefits of this award-winning, state-wide approach and how to find your own allies.
WINNER: 2005 EDUCAUSE Award for Excellence in Information Technology Solutions.
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Choosing Open Source and Partnering as an IT Strategy

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Title:Choosing Open Source and Partnering as an IT Strategy (ID: EDU0433)
Author(s):Bradley Wheeler (Indiana University System)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/20/2004)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:In 2002, IU committed to a strategy of open source, partnering, and code mobility for applications. By 2004, IU is deeply involved in five partnered projects. This session will report on the specific insights, lessons, and challenges of changing to an open source and partnering strategy.
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Delegating IT Demand Management for Value and Success

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Title:Delegating IT Demand Management for Value and Success (ID: EDU0419)
Author(s):Robert P. Weir (Northeastern University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/20/2004)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:Northeastern University has been able to maximize value delivered, reduce risk, and promote functional/IT partnerships despite limited IT resources through direct involvement of our senior executive team coupled with the use of an innovative model for articulating and comparing the value and risk of widely varied IT project investment options.
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End-to-End E-Education Leverages Marist Technology for K-12 Schools

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Title:End-to-End E-Education Leverages Marist Technology for K-12 Schools (ID: EDU0434)
Author(s):Barbara E. McMullen (Marist College) and Roger L. Norton (Marist College)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/20/2004)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:A product of partnerships between Marist, IBM, Cisco, and K-12 schools, Project Greystone is an inventive solution that enhances Marist's undergraduate student body with nontraditional e-learners from high schools. Greystone includes a rich-media delivery system, virtual laboratories, a shared tuition model, and TCO-reducing autonomic computing to bring credit-bearing e-courses to K-12 students.
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Beyond the Bottom Line: Contract Web Development in Higher Education

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Title:Beyond the Bottom Line: Contract Web Development in Higher Education (ID: EDU03167)
Author(s):Mary Pickering (Georgetown University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2003)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:By forming an internal contract Web development unit (KeyBridge) that provides professional quality Web services, Georgetown has proven that blending university and private-sector business practices is both sustainable and valuable.
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Planning and Providing Partnerships from a Liberal Arts Perspective: Best Practices and Lessons Learned

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Title:Planning and Providing Partnerships from a Liberal Arts Perspective: Best Practices and Lessons Learned (ID: EDU0334)
Author(s):Brian Hoyt (Bucknell University) and Scott E. Siddall (Denison University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2003)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:The small, residential, liberal arts college environment offers a unique opportunity to plan for and provide pedagogically sound, integrated information technology strategies. Panelists will discuss strategic planning on a small campus and provide examples of on-campus and inter-campus partnerships. Come find out what works well and not so well. Audience participation is strongly encouraged.
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Building a Champagne Internet2 Network on a Beer Budget

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Title:Building a Champagne Internet2 Network on a Beer Budget (ID: EDU0376)
Author(s):Jon Dolan (Oregon State University) and Ben Doty
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2003)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:Faced with increasing needs for bandwidth, Oregon State University partnered with NoaNet Oregon (Northwest Open-Access Network Oregon) to construct an OSU-owned fiber link which provides unlimited bandwidth. This unique public/private partnership is based on a revenue-sharing model. OSU paid for the up-front build-out costs and expects enough revenue to offset that investment as well as provide additional investment monies.
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A Model for Partnerships

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Title:A Model for Partnerships (ID: EDU0333)
Author(s):Susan Bray (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute) and Kim A. Scalzo (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2003)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:The Information Age presents a challenge to both university and corporate groups engaged in distributed learning and research activities. In this session, a model for effective partnerships designed to evaluate partner opportunities, establish selection criteria, and apply a tool to guide partnership formation will be presented.
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