In order to address the high level of demand for new projects and services there are some changes happening within Core Infrastructure. Team Manager, Spencer Webb, will now be focusing solely on the new projects and services element of his job, specifically around the initial design and supplier liaison stage of a project which is … Continue reading “Changes to Core Infrastructure”
Category: IT across Colleges
Digital Strategic Framework: Discussion Paper
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”
IT Services have a new PC supplier
We are pleased to announce that following a rigorous tender process that CDW & Lenovo will be supplying the University with client PCs for the foreseeable future. The contract will see CDW supply Lenovo branded devices which include desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, workstations and all-in-ones from August 2019. The University will benefit from excellent pricing … Continue reading “IT Services have a new PC supplier”
Invitation to our Digital Strategic Framework Workshops
We invite your opinions and ideas as we develop the Digital Strategic Framework that will support delivery of the Birmingham 2026 Strategy. We are developing our Strategic Framework using the University’s Professional Services Best in Class philosophy; collaboration, simplification and innovation. To that end, we are hosting a series of upcoming workshops and would value … Continue reading “Invitation to our Digital Strategic Framework Workshops”
Discover the latest education technology — event 10 May
As part of a collaboration between Lenovo and the College of Medical and Dental Sciences (MDS) IT team, Lenovo will be hosting an exclusive regional event here at the University, designed to benefit education professionals. Learn how the latest technology can take teaching further and get hands on with Lenovo’s … Continue reading “Discover the latest education technology — event 10 May”
New desktop PC contract: Huge savings made
End User Services recently teamed up with colleagues in Procurement to find a new desktop PC supplier, in an effort to save the University time and money. After a rigorous selection process – which involved a tender, equipment testing and a highly competitive reverse auction – the team awarded the contract to Stone Group – a company with … Continue reading “New desktop PC contract: Huge savings made”
BUAFTAs 2018: Nominations and shortlist
Once again, members of IT Services staff have been recognised for their hard work and dedication by being nominated and shortlisted for the Birmingham University Awards for Tremendous Achievement (BUAFTAs) 2018! Huge congratulations to Matt Warwick, IT Service Desk, for being shortlisted for the Award for Continued Excellence. Matt continually looks to find ways to … Continue reading “BUAFTAs 2018: Nominations and shortlist”
Eduroam now available across Queen Elizabeth Hospital
The College of Medical and Dental Sciences (MDS) IT Services team is very pleased to announce the successful release of Eduroam across the entire Queen Elizabeth Hospital! Eduroam is the University’s main wireless network and is used by all University staff, students and visitors. Following the successful launch of Eduroam within the Institute of Translation Medicine … Continue reading “Eduroam now available across Queen Elizabeth Hospital”
We’re becoming far more customer-focused
Message from Daniel Lawrence, Deputy Director IT Services: As we start the new academic year, it is important to remember that we have a huge role to play in the success of staff and students across the University. We enable students to stay connected and staff to develop new ways of working, while powering research that … Continue reading “We’re becoming far more customer-focused”