Oberlin College Launched TAC to Align Technology with Institutional Mission

Oberlin College has taken a significant step forward in harnessing the transformative power of technology to support its institutional mission and excellence. This was marked by the official launch of the Technology Advisory Council (TAC) on Monday, August 8th. 

The TAC is designed to plan, prioritize, and optimize campus-wide technology initiatives, ensuring that they are in sync with Oberlin's broader institutional goals. By leading this strategic initiative, the council aims to position Oberlin at the forefront of educational technology and operational excellence. 
 

Rebecca Vazquez-Skillings, Oberlin’s Chief Financial Officer, echoed the significance of this new initiative. 

“TAC is essential for improving efficiency, managing risks, saving costs, and really, above all, ensuring that we are providing the kind of experience our students deserve.”  

 

“Our approach to technology planning at Oberlin is about more than just keeping up with trends; it's about ensuring that every technological decision we make directly supports the mission of the college,”

said Marcel Mutsindashyaka, Chief Information Officer.  

 

The council is structured into three key teams to ensure comprehensive oversight: 

1. Strategic Team: This group sets long-term goals and develops high-level strategies to align technology initiatives with the college’s mission, fostering a culture of innovation and long-term planning. 
2. Tactical Team: Responsible for translating visionary goals into practical, actionable plans, the Tactical Team ensures the effective deployment and execution of technology initiatives, driving operational success. 
3. Operational Team: Focused on the daily management and seamless operation of technology services, this team integrates academic and administrative expertise to deliver robust, reliable technology solutions. 

As its first major initiative, the TAC will focus on optimizing Oberlin’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.

“ERP optimization isn’t just a technical upgrade; it’s about rethinking a more efficient, streamlined experience for all the college community for today and tomorrow, TAC will ensure collaboration and that initiatives like this one are executed precisely and align with our long-term goals.”

Mutsindashyaka noted. 

With the TAC in place and beginning its work on ERP optimization, Oberlin College is positioned to drive enhanced academic and operational efficiency, strategic risk management, and overall institutional excellence. 

For more information, visit CIT's intranet (SSO Required). 
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