Strategic Partnerships Position University of Michigan Ross as a hub for collaboration with top-tier business schools and research institutions. Their ongoing investments in library archives and research centers present opportunities to offer data analytics, digital collaboration tools, and curated industry partnerships that enhance academic research and stakeholder engagement.

Digital Transformation Leverage their tech stack and data-driven approach to propose enterprise-grade analytics, event streaming (Kafka), and student/alumni engagement platforms. Target offerings that accelerate research, classroom innovation, and performance measurement across programs.

Alumni & Fundraising Identify opportunities to support fundraising platforms, donor analytics, and engagement dashboards for alumni networks aligning with Michigan Ross’s growth and impact goals. Propose scalable CRM and analytics solutions to track giving, participation, and outcomes.

Campus Expansion Needs With ongoing campus expansion and new facilities projects, offer project management, construction tech, and facility intelligence services. Tailor solutions for capital programs, budget controls, and digital twin or asset management for research computing and library projects.

Governance & Compliance Recent leadership changes and independent investigations suggest a need for risk, compliance, and governance tooling. Propose secure data governance, audit tracking, and policy-compliance analytics to support administrative functions and research integrity.