The University technology fund provides new standard computers to faculty and staff after a specified number of years. Each year, OIT and Purchasing review the current standard configuration of our computers and adjust according to performance, functionality, and the latest product catalogs from our vendors. We are making several changes to the standards effective June 1, 2025.
The following are the standard computers for FY26: Continue reading New Standard Computer Models for Employees
Calendar delegation in Microsoft Outlook enables employees to manage meetings and events for leaders across campus. For decades, Microsoft used a protocol called MAPI to synchronize calendars across various clients, devices, and delegates. However, around 2015, Microsoft introduced a new protocol for calendar delegation called REST, which Microsoft enabled as the default protocol in 2022.
Since the change in 2022, Continue reading Understanding Calendar Delegation in Microsoft Outlook Due to Recent Changes
To help support the shared use of space and the upkeep of technology throughout campus, the University has established a new Technology Fund to aid in the maintenance and replacement of AV equipment in conference rooms and select indoor event spaces. This new fund goes into effect on June 1, 2025, with the new fiscal year.
There are several rules governing the use of this fund, including: Continue reading New Technology Fund for Conference Rooms and Key Indoor Event Spaces
March 31 marked the beginning of course enrollment for the Summer and Fall terms. Unfortunately, my.SMU experienced technical difficulties this week impacting the enrollment experience. We wanted to provide more details about the outage and our efforts to resolve the issue.
SMU computers are assigned to a replacement cycle to ensure they are able to support the latest software applications and business processes. Eligibility is associated with a fiscal year meaning several hundred computers will be eligible starting June 1, 2025. The following outlines the process for ordering the replacement computers as well as the upcoming financial deadlines to support the closeout of the FY25 fiscal year. Continue reading Ordering SMU Computers for Summer Replacement
