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The IT Help Desk in Higher Education: Results of the 2007 ECAR Survey
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Title:The IT Help Desk in Higher Education: Results of the 2007 ECAR Survey (ID: EDU07267)
Author(s):Mark C. Sheehan (EDUCAUSE)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

This session presents findings from the 2007 ECAR survey on IT help desk management in the U.S. and Canada. Using assessment methods derived from IT service management standards and the broader IT help desk literature, ECAR has developed a robust view of the state of the practice in this highly significant service area.

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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/powerpoint/EDU07267.ppsThe IT Help Desk in Higher Education: Results of the 2007 ECAR Survey
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Building Effective Relationships Between Central and Decentralized IT Units on Campus
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Title:Building Effective Relationships Between Central and Decentralized IT Units on Campus (ID: EDU06201)
Author(s):Shawn F. Clouse (The University of Montana), Andrew Covell (Syracuse University), Steve Fleagle (The University of Iowa), Ray Ford (The University of Iowa), Paul B. Gandel (The University of Iowa), and Maggie Jesse (The University of Iowa)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/10/2006)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:The complexity of information technology necessitates both central and decentralized support organizations at universities. Centrally supported enterprise systems offer efficiencies, whereas decentralized local support fosters rapid adoption and innovation. How can institutions effectively leverage central and decentralized IT units? This panel will explore how several universities are approaching this problem.
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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/powerpoint/EDU06201.pps
http://connect.educause.edu/blog/carie417/educause2006_podcast_building_relationships_between_central_and_decentralized_units/16829Podcast of Session
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Fiscal Gain Without Political Pain: Keeping a Personalized Face on Support Centralization
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Title:Fiscal Gain Without Political Pain: Keeping a Personalized Face on Support Centralization (ID: EDU06280)
Author(s):Tammy Barr (Oregon State University), Bradley J. Greer (University of Washington), and Sandra McGowan (University of Washington)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/11/2006)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:Oregon State University and the University of Washington have taken fresh approaches to providing centralized desktop support. Presenters will share their approaches in implementing cost-recovery models for desktop support, including challenges and implementation strategies that have resulted in effective, immediate economies of scale.
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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/EDU06280.pdf
http://connect.educause.edu/blog/carie417/educause2006_podcast_keeping_a_personalized_face_on_support_centralization/16852Podcast of Session
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Implementing IT Shared Services in a Research-Led University Without Limiting Innovation
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Title:Implementing IT Shared Services in a Research-Led University Without Limiting Innovation (ID: EDU06306)
Author(s):Angela Bridgland (The University of Melbourne) and Linda O'Brien (The University of Melbourne)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/12/2006)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:Evidence indicates that implementing IT shared services across an organization can significantly improve cost effectiveness and minimize risk. But in an organization such as a research-led university, which values both research and innovation, there can be fierce resistance to such an initiative. This presentation will describe how a leading research university is implementing IT shared services.
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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/powerpoint/EDU06306.pps
http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/powerpoint/EDU06306.ppsITSS
http://connect.educause.edu/blog/carie417/educause2006_podcast_implementing_it_shared_services/16860Podcast of Session
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Milking the Model: Getting the Most Out of Integration and Centralization
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Title:Milking the Model: Getting the Most Out of Integration and Centralization (ID: EDU06202)
Author(s):Geoffrey Robert Dengate (Griffith University) and Janice Rickards (Griffith University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/10/2006)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:Griffith University has a very mature, integrated, converged, and centralized model for the delivery of information services (library, IT, and e-learning). This presentation will describe the Griffith model, highlighting the benefits it provides and factors facilitating its success, and will conclude with speculation on further development of the model in the future.
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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/powerpoint/EDU06202.ppsMilking the model
http://connect.educause.edu/blog/carie417/educause2006_podcast_getting_the_most_out_of_integration_and_centralization/16832Podcast of Session
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Core Service Teams as Agents of Culture Change
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Title:Core Service Teams as Agents of Culture Change (ID: EDU04154)
Author(s):David Stack (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2004)
Type:Programs and Projects
Abstract:Rather than prolonging the struggles between centralized and decentralized units, new core service teams, primarily led and staffed by stakeholders outside of the computer center, are collaboratively defining the next generation of technology services to meet the needs of at least 85% of the university community.
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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/EDU04154.pdf
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The Business of Offering Customized Departmental Support Contracts
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Title:The Business of Offering Customized Departmental Support Contracts (ID: EDU03147)
Author(s):G. Morgan Watkins (University of Texas at Austin)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2003)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:Providing customized computing support to approximately 70,000 students, faculty, and staff at the University of Texas at Austin is a challenge. UT Austin's central computing operations offers annual support contracts to departments and business units. Discover the options available to the campus community and how the system can work for you.
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http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/powerpoint/EDU03147.pps
http://www.educause.edu/ir/library/ra/EDU03147.ram
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