The Administrative Operations teams work has accelerated over the course of Summer 2022.
Information Technology has many items on their plate. They have been updating cyber security policies and implementing multi-factor identification software. They are preparing for a business intelligence proof of concept to assess the possibilities of using a streamlined approach to access data. The team continues collaborate on projects related to the work of Student Experience and Academic Operations teams. They are currently working closely with Ferrilli regarding our Colleague implementation and RHB regarding our customer relationship management software, SLATE. They are also focusing on work related to Acalog and Curriculog software for course and curriculum catalogs. As mentioned above, IT is also working on the implementation plan for an IT Shared Services model.
Alumni & Development have worked closely with President Grewal to develop a letter to the alumni of Castleton University, Northern Vermont University, and Vermont Technical College. The team is also developing the Alumni & Development page for the new VTSU microsite and is developing a unified calendar of events. Facilities continues its work related to compliance and safety training, campus right sizing, and reviewing fleet leasing opportunities. Employee Services will begin its design work regarding student employment next week with an expectation to implement solutions in time for students to begin work this fall.
Operations and Processing has completed work on the chart of accounts modifications needed to support the creation of Vermont State University, Shared Services, and Workforce Development. They have also identified changes necessary to support the recommendations outlined in the 2022 internal audit regarding the Chart of Accounts.
The Business Planning team is meeting two times a week. Their work is focused on a deep dive regarding the allocation of shared expenses with discussion regarding shared revenues and base appropriation allocation to follow. The team has received substantial input from the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) and the National Center Educational Metrics (NCHEMS), using this insight to consider best options.