Foreword

Enterprise Technology Year in Review 2023

Foreward

What happens in a year? As it turns out - quite a lot! In just twelve short months, we’ve witnessed progress and discoveries that have left us in awe of human ingenuity and the endless possibilities of augmenting human intelligence.

Guided by the ASU Charter, our vision is to create and deliver an outstanding, human-centered digital experience for the communities we serve – ASU students, faculty, researchers, staff and Arizona residents. Each day, informed by our commitment to principled innovation, we provide the technical infrastructure that supports world-class innovation. From enhancing classroom technology to safeguarding against cyber threats, our teams contribute to making ASU the student-centric, research-oriented and inclusive institution we aspire to be.

The numbers tell our story, and we quantify the year’s achievements through figures, such as over nine billion visits to websites ASU operates and by highlighting impactful stories that extend into the greater Arizona community.

Our dedication to nurturing a positive core collaborative culture is at the heart of our mission. We’re actively driving a comprehensive strategy for cultural transformation, encouraging a thoughtful exploration of aligning our work methods across the ASU Enterprise. This allows us to boost operational agility, ensuring the thoughtful execution of prioritization, planning, activation and delivery of results.

As we maintain our position at the forefront of technology and cultivate forward-thinking approaches, ASU Enterprise Technology proudly announced the launch of AI Acceleration, a dedicated team of technologists committed to creating next-gen AI tools. This initiative is designed to yield positive student outcomes, forge new pathways for groundbreaking research, and develop the technical infrastructure for more efficient business operations. In October, we also launched our website: ai.asu.edu. This accomplishment is a testament to ASU’s enduring legacy of leadership and innovation in higher education, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and reshaping the future of learning through AI tools.

Establishing a robust community and cultivating strategic alliances are paramount for our success year after year. We strengthened our efforts by forming crucial partnerships with industry leaders — including Amazon Web Services, Arista and Zoom — empowering us to advance real-world work projects and internship opportunities. These initiatives equip the next generation of learners with the necessary technology, skills and hands-on experiences they need.

Speaking of the importance of community, to address the growing disparity in reliable high-speed broadband access across Arizona, Enterprise Technology, alongside a network of collaborators, launched AZ-1 (pronounced “as one”). This portal represents the coalition of Arizona change-making organizations committed to enacting and disseminating large-scale change.

As we prepare and plan for the year ahead, we do so by reflecting on the past and continuing to chart what’s next, now.

Thank you for being part of this extraordinary journey.

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