I am thrilled to share some significant updates on various IT projects and initiatives happening at the University of Texas. These projects are set to enhance our digital infrastructure, improve service delivery, and foster innovation across the campus.
One of the major highlights is the Networking and Telecommunications Upgrade. Our campus wireless network is undergoing a major lifecycle upgrade, with 91% of the new Wi-Fi 6e wireless access points already installed across 160 buildings. This upgrade is expected to be completed by August 30, 2024.
In addition, we are making strides in Mainframe Modernization. Efforts are underway to improve application interconnectivity and developer tools for the mainframe, including enhancements to the Log4Natural product to enable better logging and alerting via Splunk. The campus rollout is expected in July.
Another exciting development is the Data Center Onboarding. The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is being onboarded as a new regional customer in the data center. Electrical upgrades and the installation of 76 new devices have been completed, with the first live migration scheduled for July 9th.
The UT Works Program is also making significant progress. Currently in the End-To-End testing phase for its Phase 1 implementation, the program aims to modernize campus operations and improve service delivery and data management. It is set to go live in November 2024.
We are also fostering collaboration among IT groups through the Service Desk Collaboration initiative. Regular meetings and a dedicated Teams room have led to improved issue resolution and service desk efficiency.
Moreover, the Caption and Transcription Service team has been integrated into Enterprise Technology to streamline digital accessibility support and form a Digital Accessibility Center (DAC).
In collaboration with AWS Innovation Center, we have launched the AI Tutor Initiative. This project aims to personalize learning by providing a customizable AI solution for faculty, with an initial six-week venture underway.
For a more detailed overview of these projects and initiatives, we invite you to download the full report in PDF format. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to enhance our digital infrastructure and services!