Amazon Web Services via Janet network
Provides improved connectivity and reduced bandwidth charges for Janet members connecting to the AWS cloud.- Brunswick agreementsTemplate agreements for use between institutions with reference to materials transfer, research collaboration and studentship. Produced by the Brunswick Group.
- Cloud and Data Centre Framework
Cloud computing and the co-location of systems and services for data storage can help institutions drive down costs and drive up performance. Jisc provides advice and guidance on selecting solutions and suppliers of cloud and data centre services. - Cloud Services for Education AgreementsIncludes exclusive amendments and due diligence on contractual documents for Microsoft Office 365. We are also preparing to offer due diligence on Google Apps.
- CREST – Consortium for Research Excellence, Support and TrainingProvides an innovative model for how to further research excellence and promote institutional and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- DARE – Digital Academic Records ExchangeSecure online delivery of degree certificates, transcripts, Higher Education Achievement Reports (HEAR) and other student data. A Digitary service hosted at ULCC.
- Digital Curation CentreCentre of expertise in digital information curation. Provides advice and practical help for storing, managing, protecting and sharing digital research data.
- Digital Preservation and Data Curation Requirements and SolutionsSolutions and practical help for tackling everyday digital preservation issues.
- Dropbox for TeamsCloud-based storage service to sync teamwork across all devices. We are negotiating a special price for the research and education sector.
ESISS: sharing information security expertise
Universities reap the benefits when information security expertise is shared ‘by the sector for the sector’, reports Dr Andrew Rothwell of Loughborough University’s Centre for Global Sourcing and Services. He talks to Matthew Cook, Ian Griffiths and Peter Darby about the Education Shared Information Security Service (ESISS) as a shared service.- G-CloudProcurement programme and online catalogue of government approved cloud computing commodity and support services.
- GeM – the online store for HE and FEeMarketplace and contracts repository for Higher and Further Education sectors offering sector negotiated and approved contracts.
- HE Shared LegalSubscription-based legal guidance service for UK HE institutions. Includes help desk and assistance with engaging legal advisers. Operating on a pilot basis, with HEFCE funding.
- Janet products and servicesJanet provides advice, services and brokerage for networking, cloud, collaboration and connectivity.
- Janet VideoconferencingEnables communication and collaboration at a distance.
- Kit-Catalogue – making sharing easier
Kit-Catalogue is a online database that can help universities to keep track of equipment, internal and external technology gaps and also to identify equipment sharing opportunities. Developed by Loughborough University and funded by Jisc, promotes better use of assets within and between institutions and makes them available for public and commercial application. - Model letter of agreement – equipment loansModel letter of agreement for equipment loans between institutions, developed jointly by Cambridge University and the Association of University Practitioners.
- Model letter of agreement – facilities sharingModel agreement for sharing facilities between institutions, developed jointly by Cambridge University and the Association of University Practitioners.
- Performance for allPerformance management software service used by over 50 universities.
- Shared Data Centre SpaceShared data centre space for research and education, connected by the high speed Janet network.
- Sharing IT services and the law – Jisc LegalIncludes contractual implications, sharing personal data, ownership and Freedom of Information.
- The Keepers Registryinformation about the archiving arrangements for electronic journals.
- University of London Computer CentreServices include hosted Moodle VLE, business systems, infrastructure services and digital preservation.
- Value and Impact Toolkit
This project aims to develop a holistic approach to understanding and evaluating the value and impact of services that support students. Outputs can be used to assess the value and impact of the student services that universities offer. - VAT exemption for cost sharing groups: new guidance from Hefce
HEFCE has published guidance on VAT exemption for cost sharing groups delivering shared services. It includes illustrative examples of cost sharing groups and alternative delivery structures.
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Events
5-6 October: AURIL conference, Bristol
This conference will explore how universities are using their global networks and partners to achieve more far-reaching knowledge exchange impacts and create new international business partnerships in other regions of the world.
10 October: Higher education conference and exhibition, London
This year’s event will tackle the challenges and opportunities that come with increased competition and choice in the sector off the back of momentous higher education reforms. Delegates will gain an exclusive introduction to the Office for Students, learn how to establish their institution as an international brand, debate the drive for digital in the sector and identify ways to enhance the student experience.