Accelerating the path to digital in schools
By Mark Hodges, Education Sector Lead at Cantium Business Solutions When it comes to digital transformation, many schools are at different stages of their journeys. At one end of the spectrum, you’ll have schools that have embraced the benefits of technology. They already have robust connectivity in place, high bandwidth broadband and are looking to […]
‘Life changing personal AI device’ supports student reading and learning
OrcCam Technologies has introduced new features for its recently-launched OrCam, which is describes as a ‘comprehensive AI-driven study partner’. The OrCam Learn is designed to empower students, including those with learning differences such as dyslexia and ADHD, to effectively read and learn, resulting in enhanced comprehension, reading fluency and overall confidence. The newly-added ‘Translation’ […]
Abertay University games development courses awarded TIGA Accreditation
TIGA, the trade association representing the UK video games industry, has confirmed the re-accreditation of six games courses at Abertay University, one of the country’s leading hubs of education for game programming and design. BA (Hons) Game Design and Production Re-accreditation – awarded BSc (Hons) Computer Games Applications Development Re-accreditation – awarded BSc (Hons) Computer […]
Do you specialise in Multimedia for educational institutions? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Education Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the education procurement market – and in July we’re focusing on Multimedia. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help education buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Multimedia solutions […]
How asset verification can drive sustainability
By Rachel Houghton (pictured), Managing Director, Business Moves Group As education institutions strive to achieve sustainability goals, facility managers are coming under increasing pressure to maximise efficiencies in their estates. On top of that, a growing number of students are demanding that their universities prioritise sustainability, recognising its importance in shaping a better future. One […]
Leeds Beckett University selects BMG for relocation project
Business Moves Group (BMG) has secured a 2-year contract with the option to extend for a further two years with Leeds Beckett University following a tender process. BMG will be supporting Leeds Beckett on the relocation of campus buildings, as well as the redistribution and recycling of redundant furniture. BMG’s environmental and sustainability solution was […]
Coventry University Group ramps leadership team ahead of Global Hub launch in India
Coventry University Group has appointed Leena Arora Kukreja as the Regional Managing Director of its new India Hub, which is due to open later this year. Kukreja will be the most senior representative of the university group in the region and will lead the hub’s opening and the development of new collaborations. The India Hub, […]
Why your school needs a Data Protection Officer
Malcolm McNinch, Head of Data Governance & Compliance, and also Data Protection Officer (DPO) for iSYSTEMS and Cantium Business Solutions, explains the importance of the DPO in our schools… Schools hold a wide variety of personal data on children, parents and carers, often on a number of different digital platforms. Data Protection in educational institutions […]
All your FM and IT education needs are in one place this November
We’d like to offer you a guest pass to our co-located Education Forum & Education Tech Forum, taking place this November. Your pass gives you the opportunity to attend a series of seminars, meet one-to-one with suppliers based on your own unique requirements and network with like-minded senior education professionals. Plus, overnight accommodation, all meals and […]
Cyber security in education: Controlling the expanding attack surface must start with the endpoint
By Graham Hawkey, privileged access management (PAM) specialist, Osirium When it comes to cyber security breaches, education and childcare is now the UK’s second hardest-hit sector, according to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), accounting for almost one in seven breaches reported since 2019. Leakage of students’ personal details, or the theft of research data, for […]