Stead Technology Services Group

Current Projects, 2009-10

School of Management Web Site Redesign

Over the summer of 2009, we will modify and improve the School of Management web site to implement a new color palette and design. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 4, 5

Server / Systems Management

STSG is looking at potential solutions for managing the servers and systems we support. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 3, 4, 5

Flash Server

STSG will install a Flash server for our storage & streaming of video University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 4, 5

ITC Furniture Replacement

The furniture in the Pappajohn ITC is 15 years old and needs to be replaced to avoid electrical problems. STSG will replace the furniture during summer 2009. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 4, 5

Lecture Capture

STSG is currently evaluating Video Capture equipment. We have looked at Echo360 and also at Sonic Foundry's Mediasite. Our current plan is to incorporate media capture equipment in a number of rooms throughout the Pappajohn Business Building to allow the recording of both classes and presentations as need/demand arises. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 4, 5

Tablet Cart Replacement

The tablet computers on the 2 mobile tablet carts STSG has are currently 5 years old and in need of replacement. STSG will replace these tablets with laptops. We will continue to utilize the tablet computers where appropriate. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 4, 5

Academic Advising Scheduling Application

Currently, undergraduate students must either call or stop into the Academic Advising office to make an appointment with their advisor. This online application will allow them to schedule (and cancel) the appointment online (at times that are more conducive to students) and will automatically update their advisors Outlook calendar appropriately. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 4

Digital Signage & Classroom Schedule Monitor

STSG is currently placing interactive systems outside each classroom/conference room showing the schedule for that room (update in 15-minute intervals). Currently, we have an issue where students want to use conference rooms as study rooms but they do not know the schedule. These monitors would allow them to see up-to-date reservations of rooms. Part of this project will also be centralized management of digital signage and kiosks. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 3, 4, 5

Endpoint

STSG will upgrade all computers under our control to the new Symantec Endpoint. University IT Strategic Plan Goal:3

WordPress

The College of Business needs web areas for groups to develop their own presence. WordPress will be used for this purpose. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 4, 5

Business @ Iowa WordPress Site

Many of the student groups and other parties in the College are looking to have a more robust web presence. STSG is hoping to fill this web presence void by using WordPress. WordPress will allow us to have some template functionality while allowing for some customization by the user. One of the sites that will be developed is the Business at Iowa magazine site. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 4, 5

Active Directory Cleanup

There is a lot of old data being held in Active Directory which needs to be removed. STSG will work throughout the summer to clean up Active Directory. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 3, 5

Bar Code System for Inventory

In order to keep better track of inventory we have and inventory we eventually send to surplus, STSG will investigate the use of a barcode system. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 5

ITC Fall 2009 Image

Install and upgrade software for fall 2009 session to be used in the PBB classroom and PBB-ITC computers. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1,4

Civic Engagement Web Site

The Civic Engagement program will now be housed within the Pomerantz Career Center. Because of this, a new web design is needed. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 4, 5

Tippie Intranet

As part of the web site redesign, STSG will create an Intranet for the College of Business community. Initially, the Intranet will consist of the old site with unnecessary materials removed. Eventually, we will move the Intranet to SharePoint 2007 to allow for more options and better flexibility. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 2, 3, 4

Interactive Map

At times, Pappajohn can be a very confusing building to navigate. To help users get around within the building, STSG will develop a web-based, interactive map system. This map will be available both online and at kiosk stations within the building itself. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 4, 5

Server Room Reorganization

The server room in STSG needs to be reorganized. STSG will perform this reorganization throughout the summer. University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 3

Embarc Updates

STSG is currently working to enhance the Embarc application for the School of Management MBA-PM Program. This product will allow MBA students to check their registration status as well as many other functions University IT Strategic Plan Goal: 1, 3, 4, 5