We have prepared this discussion paper to support conversations within and outside IT Services about the strategic approach we will take in support of the University’s strategic framework, Birmingham 2026. In recent weeks we have held a series of workshops for Professional Services staff, academics and researchers; and workshops specifically for IT Services staff. At … Continue reading “Digital Strategic Framework: Discussion Paper”
Category: Infrastructure Services
Core Infrastructure: Huge upgrade project to resolve wireless network issues
Our current wireless network provider is unable to support the demands and high density wireless requirements of our customers. As a result, Core Infrastructure has been engaging with world-class wireless vendors to find a solution. After numerous discussions and a careful review of costs, quality, reliability and service, the team made the decision to switch … Continue reading “Core Infrastructure: Huge upgrade project to resolve wireless network issues”
IT Services plays major role in development of new Dubai campus
Recently, the University announced its plans to open a new campus in Dubai. The campus will be open for teaching in September 2018, with an initial plan to recruit 300 students, and a long-term goal to have 4500 students based in Dubai. The Dubai project touches on almost every area across IT Services and our teams have been working to … Continue reading “IT Services plays major role in development of new Dubai campus”
Infrastructure Services: New IT Services data centres on the way!
New IT Services data centres will meet University demands for computing power and data storage capacity In early 2016, the IT Services Leadership team approved plans to build two new data centres in order to meet University demands for computing power and data storage capacity. The new facilities will also provide the space required to … Continue reading “Infrastructure Services: New IT Services data centres on the way!”