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Endpoint Device Standardization & Unified Management
IT Modernization · Cybersecurity
High Priority
About this project
A formally issued system-level RFI for endpoint device standardization signals an immediate, structured procurement need across the institution. Campus expansion and new technical programs are growing the endpoint footprint, increasing exposure to security and operational continuity risks without a unified management framework in place.
The opportunity
The August 2026 RFI deadline creates a narrow, time-sensitive window to align solutions with an active procurement process. A new campus investment, earmarked technology access fee increases, and cooperative purchasing pathways support a fiscally responsible path forward that strengthens institutional resilience and IT governance.
Technology access fee
Discuss this project →Modernize Campus Emergency Preparedness & Notification
Emergency Management · Campus Safety
High Priority
About this project
The institution carries a high Emergency Preparedness Gap score, with an unverified Emergency Operations Plan, an unnamed legacy alert platform, and no documented recent exercises — all required under TBR Emergency Management Planning policy 4.01.05.70. Ongoing campus expansion increases the population and facilities that must be covered by a compliant, scalable emergency notification system.
The opportunity
A recent leadership transition creates a timely opening to elevate safety and compliance as institutional priorities. With a growing campus footprint and a clear mandate under TBR policy 4.01.05.70, addressing these gaps now reduces audit and liability exposure while aligning with the current budget and planning cycle.
Strengthen Password Security & Identity Management Compliance
Cybersecurity · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The institution faces a direct cybersecurity compliance mandate requiring a formal password and identity management solution, with current practices falling short of required standards. Without a verified solution in place, the institution risks audit findings, credential-based breaches, and non-compliance with system-level policy requirements.
The opportunity
A recent leadership transition and positive budget signals—including a technology access fee increase designated for campus technology—create a favorable environment for prioritizing this compliance gap in the current planning cycle. Addressing identity management now reduces institutional risk and can be pursued alongside concurrent procurement activity already underway.
Tennessee State/Local Cybersecurity Grant
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & Digital Compliance Remediation
Web Accessibility · Regulatory Compliance
High Priority
About this project
The institution has identified compliance gaps across public-facing digital properties against WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA and Section 508 standards. Unresolved gaps create legal exposure and restrict equitable access to services and information for students and the public.
The opportunity
Federal accessibility mandates carry no expiration, making remediation a defensible and recurring budget priority that can advance alongside other technology initiatives. Cooperative procurement pathways and a positive campus funding environment support near-term action without requiring a standalone budget cycle.
Cooperative purchasing organizations
Discuss this project →Proactive Fleet Safety Management for Instructional Programs
Fleet Safety · Workforce & Technical Education
High Priority
About this project
Vehicle-intensive instructional programs such as Aviation Maintenance and Diesel Technology create an ongoing operational responsibility for fleet oversight and student safety. While no immediate crisis exists, the absence of a formal fleet monitoring framework presents preventive risk as campus expansion and new technical programs grow the vehicle footprint.
The opportunity
Campus growth, a new $17M facility, and a recent leadership transition create a timely opening to establish proactive fleet safety standards before operational scale increases risk exposure. Addressing this now supports student and staff safety, aligns with institutional stewardship goals, and may be eligible for capital or program-related funding already in motion.