Presentation Summary
In the rapidly changing digital landscape, higher educational institutions need to maintain a balance of flexibility, value, and support from their software solutions. New innovations and IT services offer new possibilities for the educational sector while presenting technical, economic, and cultural challenges.
A service-oriented approach combined with a structured method for cost management may not only manage change effectively but also act as an enabler. With an agile IT environment, a flexible IT architecture, and established cost management strategies, the digital acceleration in higher education can be effectively supported.
Traditionally, one function is supported by one IT system which aims to provide all necessary functions, be it a Student Information System (SIS), an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, or a Learning Management System (LMS). However, needs evolve, necessitating the segmentation of functionalities as they are better supported by specialized solutions, such as managing payroll or personal development outside the core systems. This evolution can be constrained by integration capabilities, information exchange, user interface, and interaction limitations, as well as sunk costs in the core system, regardless of usage.
A well-thought-out strategy for integrating best-of-breed services with active and continuous IT cost management can enable higher educational institutions to leverage new innovations and offerings in a cost-efficient manner.
Meet the Speaker
Per Nordqvist
Enterprise Architect, SoftwareOne
Per Nordqvist is an accomplished Solution and Enterprise Architect with extensive experience across all phases of the system lifecycle. With a holistic approach, Per excels in creating end-to-end solutions that meet organizational needs and technical possibilities.
Known for his ability to understand overall goals, see beyond system components, and consider total solutions within complex enterprise environments, Per is a valuable asset to any team. His well-developed communication skills enable him to explain and promote strategies to stakeholders and technicians, fostering consensus and acceptance.
Per has a wealth of experience in international implementation projects, working with offshore development teams and virtual organizations. He is well-versed in Agile methodology principles, frameworks such as TOGAF and regulations like GDPR. Cybersecurity, including Identity and Access Management (IAM), has been a key component in several projects, along with integration design.
