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Lazaridis School Digital Workflow Project

The Lazaridis School Digital Workflow Project transformed traditional administrative processes by implementing a cloud-based platform, Smartsheet, to replace manual workflows such as email chains and physical paperwork. This initiative empowers staff to design and launch digital workflows without external developers, leveraging familiar spreadsheet logic and intuitive automation tools. A Community of Practice was established to … Continue reading "Lazaridis School Digital Workflow Project"

June 22, 2026

Proactively Managing the Contractual Process: Supporting Collaborative Research at ÉTS Through Agility and Compliance

At the École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), collaborative research is vital. But until 2023, our process for entering into partnership agreements was mired in red tape, long negotiations and unexpected legal issues, causing headaches for researchers and partners alike. At the same time, the compliance framework was becoming more complex with regard to national security, … Continue reading "Proactively Managing the Contractual Process: Supporting Collaborative Research at ÉTS Through Agility and Compliance"

June 22, 2026

Webinar: Rethinking the Future of HR in Higher Education: Part 3 – Compensation Insights and AI Innovation

Date: May 19, 2026 Duration: 90 minutes Panelists: Mohamad Bizri, Senior Principal, Toronto, Mercer Michael Petrucco, Partner, Career Toronto Practice Leader, and Client Relationship Manager, Mercer Jessica Williamson, Senior Principal, Ottawa, Mercer Moderator: Geoff Williams, Field representative, Faculty Bargaining Services, FBS/CAUBO Click here to download the presentation 

Tags: Academic Administration, Compensation, Labour Relations, Professional Development, Surveys

May 21, 2026

Webinar – Rethinking the Future of HR in Higher Education: Part 3 – Compensation Insights and AI Innovation (PDF Presentation)

Tags: Academic Administration, Compensation, Labour Relations, Professional Development, Surveys

May 21, 2026

The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 3 – Preparing the Ground for AI: Culture, Clarity, and Process

Date: May 6, 2026 Duration: 90 minutes Panelists: Libby Duckworth, Partner, KPMG LLP Ray Konecsni, Director Client Services, Information Services, University of Regina Brad MacIsaac, Vice-President, Administration, University of Ontario Institute of Technology Brad Strom, Chief Information Officer, York University Moderator: Channen Tan, Partner, National Leader, Lean in Audit, KPMG LLP Click here to download the presentation … Continue reading "The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 3 – Preparing the Ground for AI: Culture, Clarity, and Process"

Tags: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Continuous Improvement, Institutional Planning, Lean, Process Efficiencies, Professional Development

May 7, 2026

The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 2 – Building an AI-Ready Institution: Data

Date: April 15, 2026 Duration: 90 minutes Presenters: Patrick Cernea, IMBA, PMP, Director Data Strategy and Governance, Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis, York University Margaret Kierylo, PhD, Assistant Vice-President, Institutional Planning and Chief Data Officer, Office of Institutional Planning and Analysis, York University Click here to download the presentation

Tags: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Culture, Data Analytics, Governance, Information Technology, Institutional Planning, Professional Development

May 7, 2026

Webinar – The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 3 – Preparing the Ground for AI: Culture, Clarity, and Process (PDF Presentation)

Tags: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Continuous Improvement, Institutional Planning, Lean, Process Efficiencies, Professional Development

May 7, 2026

Webinar – The Next AI Webinar Series: Session 2 – Building an AI-Ready Institution: Data (PDF Presentation)

Tags: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics, Culture, Data Analytics, Governance, Information Technology, Institutional Planning, Professional Development

May 7, 2026

UNIVERSITY MANAGER 2026 WINTER

Tags: Benchmarking Consortium, Civil Discourse, Conference, EDUCAUSE, higher education, Professional Development, University Manager

January 29, 2026

Unlocking Insights Through Academic Portfolio Review – Part 2: Market Context and Academic Portfolio Strategy

Date: January 22, 2026 Duration: 60 minutes Presenters: Ben Chrischilles, Consulting Senior Director, Education & Research, Huron Consulting Group Jenna Stone, Consulting Manager, Education & Research, Huron Consulting Group Click here to download the presentation 

Tags: Academic Programs, Audit Process, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Integrated Planning, Professional Development

January 23, 2026