Learning Lab | From Risk to Partnership: Making Vendor Reviews Work: January 2026

Part 1: January 12, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 p.m.ET
Part 2: January 15, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 p.m.ET
Part 3: January 21, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 p.m.ET
Part 4: January 28, 2026 | 12:00–1:30 p.m.ET

Overview

Vendor reviews are critical for protecting your institution and advancing its mission, but they don’t have to be overwhelming. In this lab, you’ll gain hands-on experience evaluating third-party tools and services for security, privacy, AI, and accessibility. Using real-world case studies, practical tools like the HECVAT, and guided assignments, you’ll build a scalable framework you can take back to your campus to streamline reviews, engage stakeholders, and strengthen vendor partnerships.

Learning Outcomes:

NOTE: You will be asked to complete assignments in between the live sessions that support the learning outcomes stated below. You will receive feedback and constructive critique from facilitators.

• Identify key privacy, security, AI and accessibility risks in third-party tools.
• Apply tools like HECVAT and safeguards like contracts to vendor reviews.
• Engage institutional partners to strengthen review processes.
• Design a scalable framework that balances risk, strategy, innovation, and partnership.