Initiate a Project
Consult IT Planning and Communication
Before purchasing new software or hardware, consult with us for expert business analysis and guidance to support informed decision-making.
Why Consult Us?
- Leverage Existing Solutions: The University may already have a tool that meets 80%+ of your needs, saving time, money, and resources.
- Technology Selection Support: Our analysts assess your needs, identify process gaps, and determine whether existing or new solutions are the best fit.
- Process Improvements: We recommend workflow enhancements to optimize efficiency and outcomes.
Project Management Services
Our team provides expert guidance to keep projects on track, within scope, and aligned with your goals.
Our Services Include:
- Project Initiation: Define scope, draft the charter, and set up key tools (Microsoft Teams, Jira).
- Kickoff and Planning: Align teams, clarify responsibilities, and develop a detailed project plan.
- Documentation and Tracking: Maintain schedules, risk plans, and provide weekly status updates.
- Stakeholder Communication: Ensure transparency with regular updates and expectation management.
- Risk and Change Management: Identify potential risks, assess changes, and adjust plans accordingly.
- Progress Oversight: Monitor milestones, track deliverables, and provide real-time dashboard updates.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure outcomes meet institutional standards and objectives.
Does Your Initiative Qualify as a Project?
A project meets the following criteria:
- Has high visibility or a significant impact on a department or the University.
- Requires enterprise-wide or multi-unit collaboration.
- Needs integration with Banner or other IT applications.
- Exceeds six weeks or 80+ hours of work.
- Has defined start and end dates.
- Requires ongoing IT support after implementation.
- Has an executive-level sponsor to champion the initiative.
Get Started
Submit the IT Project Request Form to outline the project's need, purpose, expectations, sponsor, and team. If a vendor is selected, ensure ESM, Security, and Systems reviews are completed for compliance with University Security Standards.