Monday, June 09, 2025 | 1:00PM–2:00PM ET | Online

Webinar | Navigating the Future: Transforming IT Amidst Economic Challenges

This webinar is a part of the EDUCAUSE Industry Insights series.

In the face of unprecedented challenges, higher education leaders are tasked with navigating a landscape marked by financial constraints, shifting demographics, technological advancements, and increased competition. Institutions are under pressure to quickly adapt to these changes while maintaining their commitment to student success and academic excellence. Are you ready to revolutionize your operating model and proactively tackle the economic headwinds of today and tomorrow?

Join us for an engaging webinar hosted by Gartner and Pennsylvania State University where we will explore strategic opportunities embedded within these challenges. This session will explore various strategies institutions can use to optimize IT. We will discuss how institutions and systems are reimagining their IT operating model to become future-ready, achieving cost efficiencies and elevating service excellence.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Transforming obstacles into opportunities: Uncover the tangible value and benefits of adopting new ways of working
  • Crafting compelling strategies: Learn how to build support and secure leadership and community buy-in to streamline IT
  • Mastering change management: Gain insights into effective execution and management of transformative changes

Presenters

  • David Horton

    CIO, The Pennsylvania State University
  • Mona Kamdjou

    Managing Partner, Gartner Inc
  • John Malone

    Sr. Managing Partner, Gartner Inc

Resources & Downloads

  • Slides

    1 MB, pdf - Updated on 6/9/2025
  • Recording

    Updated on 6/9/2025

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