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Emergency Operations Plan & Mass Notification Modernization
Emergency Management · Public Safety
High Priority
About this project
The university lacks a publicly available Emergency Operations Plan and relies on a single mass notification system with unverified contract continuity, leaving critical gaps exposed by recent flash flooding that exhausted local response capabilities. NIMS compliance is a standing mandate, and an active FEMA-approved Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan (2025–2030) underscores the urgency of closing these preparedness deficiencies.
The opportunity
Alignment with FEMA/DHS grant programs—including HSGP, BRIC, and EMPG—provides a clear funding pathway to address documented gaps within the current planning cycle. Acting now supports NIMS compliance, strengthens campus and community resilience, and positions the institution to leverage available federal dollars before the mitigation planning window closes.
Identity & Access Management Modernization for Higher Education
Cybersecurity · Identity & Access Management
High Priority
About this project
MTU's current password management environment and active IAM initiatives—including MFA and password standard mandates—reflect growing cybersecurity compliance requirements. Gaps in credential management controls elevate institutional risk and may conflict with evolving higher education security standards.
The opportunity
Active IAM investment, a new CIO, and published FY2026–2027 budget signals create a timely window to advance credential security modernization. This project aligns with compliance mandates, ongoing cybersecurity program investment, and cooperative procurement pathways that can streamline acquisition.
OMNIA Partners
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Web Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
MTU's public-facing digital portals remain only partially compliant with WCAG 2.1 AA standards, creating persistent legal exposure and inequitable access for users with disabilities. Remediation is a stated strategic initiative, signaling active planning but an unresolved compliance gap.
The opportunity
Compliance obligations carry no expiration, and partial status indicates remediation is likely already scoped—making this an actionable entry point within the current fiscal planning cycle. Addressing the gap now reduces legal risk, advances digital equity, and aligns with published institutional priorities.
OMNIA Partners
Discuss this project →Cybersecurity Program Enhancement and Access Management
Cybersecurity · Identity & Access Management
High Priority
About this project
MTU has active cybersecurity investment through its CyberAI SFS program with mandated MFA and password standards, yet current identity management tooling presents compliance and access control gaps. Without a fully mature IAM posture, the institution faces elevated risk of credential-based breaches and audit exposure.
The opportunity
A new CIO and positive FY2026–2027 budget signals — including planned capital outlay increases — create a timely opening to advance cybersecurity tooling. FEMA/DHS grant programs offer partial funding alignment, and action now supports compliance mandates while stewarding public institutional resources responsibly.
Fleet & Transportation Safety Modernization
Fleet Management · Public Transportation Safety
High Priority
About this project
MTU's shuttle operations face ongoing winter driving hazards without a formalized fleet management framework to track safety, maintenance, or driver performance. A recent leadership transition in transportation services signals openness to operational improvements, though no formal procurement process has been initiated.
The opportunity
State-level fleet and electric vehicle grant programs present a viable funding pathway aligned with the current FY2026–2027 budget cycle and planned capital outlay increases. Acting during this transitional period positions the agency to reduce operational risk and build a safer, more accountable transportation program.
State fleet/EV grant programs
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