In today's increasingly digitized world, educational institutions face a growing risk of compromising critical information assets. These assets may include...
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Columbia Advisory Group Technology Innovation Blog
At Columbia Advisory Group we improve the functional business performance of our clients by optimizing their technology resources. Whether serving start-up operations or the Fortune 500, we deliver exceptional customized consulting, strategy, and services that are flexible and scalable in every area of information technology.”
How Higher Education Registrars Benefit from 3rd Party Ellucian Banner and Degree Works
Ellucian Banner and Degree Works systems are designed to integrate with other systems, including enrollment and financial aid systems. However,...
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Staying ahead of the Technology Curve. Why it is Important to Have a Planned Hardware Refresh Cycle
Universities and colleges are increasingly prioritizing the use of technology in their classrooms to ensure their students have access to...
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Financing Innovation and Hedging Against Technology Uncertainty in Higher Education
Lindsay Boykin
January 18, 2022
In the EDUCAUSE Top 10 IT (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY) Issues for 2022, one leader stated, “I believe that we have the opportunity to reconceptualize how it is that we are no
How To Harness the Power of your Student Data Analytics
Haley Rose
December 14, 2021
IT management for schools and universities requires specialized knowledge and experience. Some IT departments face challenges that they can’t overcome alone. Integrating new enrollment and
CMMC: What It Is and Why It Is Important
John D'Annunzio
October 28, 2021
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a security framework implemented by the US Department of Defense (DoD) to improve protection of the defense industrial
Ransomware Incident Response Planning
Haley Rose
September 28, 2021
Ransomware attacks are ever-increasing globally. Here’s how to evaluate your cyber security partners and be resilient, when preparing for the worst. Colonial Pipeline, Kaseya, Solar
The Cybersecurity “Perfect Storm” of 2020
Haley Rose
January 11, 2021
The year 2020 brought us all incredible challenges as we coped with the impact of COVID-19, and cybersecurity is no exception. 2020 created the “perfect
CAG clients rank in top tier for COVID-readiness
Haley Rose
June 11, 2020
The Dallas Business Journal recently published the rankings for COVID-related instructional readiness for Texas colleges and universities as ranked by the non-profit Educate to Career. This
Why are Compliance and Related Controls so important in IT?
Compliance and IT controls are essential for safeguarding sensitive data, avoiding financial loss, and ensuring the optimal functioning of IT...
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Do’s and Dont’s of Software Selection
Pay heed to Gartner's "dos and don'ts" of software selection: following them will allow you to make informed decisions that...
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What is Salesforce Education Cloud and Why Should Higher Education Consider It?
Implementing Salesforce Education Cloud in higher education can bring about numerous advantages to institutions and students alike. These include enhanced...
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What is CMMC 2.0, and Why Must I Comply With it if I am a Small Business?
If you are a small business that works with the DoD or handles sensitive information for the DoD, it is...
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Why is it a Good Idea for Higher Education to Outsource its Cybersecurity Framework Assessments and Consider Hiring a Fractional vCISO
Higher education institutions should consider outsourcing their Cybersecurity Framework Assessments and hiring a fractional vCISO to ensure they have access...
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Why the Use of Location-Based Wi-Fi Data is an Excellent Tool for Higher Education Facilities Planning?
Location-based Wi-Fi data can be a powerful tool for higher education institutions. It can provide valuable insights to help them...
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