ERP Modernization CUIT already uses NetSuite and a broad set of enterprise apps. There's an opportunity to optimize ERP performance, integrate data flows across student, HR, finance, and research administration, and implement data analytics dashboards. Propose managed services for ERP optimization, cloud hosting, and system integration; align with Enterprise Applications, IT Business Services, and the PMO to support campus-wide process improvements.
Network Security CUIT operates campus-wide high-speed ethernet and wireless networks and maintains information security. This creates demand for scalable network monitoring, threat detection, and compliance solutions. Offer next-gen security operations, SIEM, zero-trust architecture, load-balancing optimization (HAProxy), and secure network modernization services; connect to Infrastructure Services and Information Security teams.
AI Enablement Columbia is investing in AI across engineering, business, and research initiatives, including AI minors and AI in business programs. CUIT can partner to provide AI-enabled data platforms, GPU/compute provisioning, data governance, and AI-ready analytics pipelines for schools and research labs. Target Academic & Research Services, Enterprise Architecture, and IT Internal Controls to ensure scalable, compliant AI infrastructure.
Student Experience CUIT serves 40k+ faculty, staff, and students with core services (email, student information systems, course management, labs, networks). There is opportunity to enhance digital experiences through modern identity, single sign-on, portal modernization, LMS integrations, and self-service IT help. Propose managed digital experience services, integration of learning tools, and user experience research to improve adoption across Academic & Research Services and Client Support Services.
Green IT With campus focus on sustainability and AI-driven initiatives, there is potential to optimize energy use and IT spend. Offer infrastructure rationalization, data center energy efficiency, virtualization, and cloud cost optimization strategies. Align with Sustainability initiatives, Climate School, and Infrastructure Services to reduce total cost of ownership while meeting governance requirements.