Transforming the data experience
Priority
Provide the data you need, when you need it
Vision
A university where data is a foundation for decision-making
A data revolution is underway, and it’s driving the foundation for decision-making throughout the university. By providing a comprehensive platform for data analytics, data science, data management, reporting, and the skillset to leverage this data-rich environment, Rutgers becomes a leader in data-driven decision-making.
Key elements
- Data governance aligns data analytics with university mission and goals
- Analytic and data storage capabilities are included
- “Environment” is bigger than just the technology aspect
- Skills training in leveraging the environment is included
- Data environment is the integrative crossing point for the entire university
- Data environment bridges academic, clinical, research and administrative sides
- Better decision making is measurable and has significant impact on the university
- Data environment is easily accessible
Implementation
- Identify key stakeholders and governance structure
- Understand stakeholder data and reporting requirements, gaps, and integration points
- Design the architectural model and build the physical infrastructure
- Identify key stakeholder reporting requirements and reporting tools
- With key stakeholder input, build training and support model
- Develop change management and communication plan for successful implementation
Current initiatives
- Defining institutional data strategy and architecture
- Defining strategy and architecture for Rutgers Health Group and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Expanding the current environment through Cornerstone initiatives