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Web Accessibility & Digital Portal Compliance
Web Accessibility · ADA Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Texas Southern University faces a mandatory WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance deadline of April 2027, with active procurements underway for website redesign and accessibility modernization. Non-compliance creates legal exposure under the ADA and limits equitable access to digital services for students, staff, and the public.
The opportunity
The active RFO and hard April 2027 deadline create a near-term procurement window aligned with current fiscal planning cycles. Cooperative contract vehicles are already in place, streamlining the path to a compliant, accessible digital experience for the campus community.
Financial System Access Control & Cybersecurity Remediation
Cybersecurity · IT Compliance
High Priority
About this project
A December 2025 State Auditor report identified a critical financial-system access-control weakness, and the resulting 'Operation Tiger Reset' remediation initiative has elevated institutional urgency to close these gaps. Mandatory cybersecurity training requirements for vendors signal awareness of the risk landscape, but unresolved access-control deficiencies continue to expose the institution to audit, financial, and operational risk.
The opportunity
An active audit remediation mandate and incoming leadership transition create a defined window to advance cybersecurity improvements before the next review cycle. The institution's 'Ascend 2030' IT modernization commitment and $11.6M+ annual technology spend indicate capacity to act, and aligning remediation efforts now supports compliance, reduces institutional liability, and strengthens stewardship of public funds.
Texas DIR
Discuss this project →Fleet Safety Modernization and Asset Accountability
Fleet Management · Campus Safety
High Priority
About this project
A recent bus incident and a documented $3.2M loss from asset-accountability deficiencies highlight critical gaps in fleet visibility and oversight. Without telematics or onboard camera infrastructure, the institution faces compounding safety, audit, and operational risk across its transportation operations.
The opportunity
A dedicated fleet modernization initiative with an identified $5M allocation provides a direct funding path for near-term action. Audit findings and executive-level visibility create urgency to act within the current planning cycle, reducing liability and strengthening campus safety outcomes.
Texas DIR
Discuss this project →Strengthen Campus Emergency Coordination and Compliance
Emergency Management · Campus Safety
High Priority
About this project
Texas Southern University has identified coordination gaps during lockdown drills, an unverified Emergency Operations Plan review status, and no documented after-action review following a prior bomb threat. Clery Act and emergency notification mandates remain active compliance obligations, and the current notification system alone does not address broader incident management needs.
The opportunity
A leadership transition and the institution's active 'Campus Health and Safety Enhancement Program' initiative create a timely opening to align emergency management improvements with strategic planning and budget cycles. Addressing EOP verification and drill coordination gaps now reduces regulatory exposure and strengthens campus-wide safety outcomes.
Texas DIR
Discuss this project →IT Systems Modernization & Contract Renewal
IT Modernization · Higher Education Compliance
High Priority
About this project
Texas Southern University's 'Ascend 2030' strategic plan mandates broad IT modernization amid active audit remediation, an open CIO position, and multiple compliance deadlines—including WCAG 2.1 Level AA and Clery Act obligations. An April 2027 contract renewal window across several incumbent platforms creates natural evaluation points, while State Auditor findings on access-control and asset-management weaknesses elevate operational and compliance risk.
The opportunity
Leadership transitions and the April 2027 renewal window create a defined, time-sensitive moment to align technology decisions with the 'Ascend 2030' mandate and audit remediation priorities. With over $11.6M in annual IT spend and a $1.7B campus investment plan, the institution has demonstrated capacity to advance modernization initiatives that improve compliance, safety, and operational continuity.
Texas DIR
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