Video
Info Session

Budgeting with ATLIS

Thursday, November 14, 2024 (Updated Friday, August 15, 2025)
Technology Budget and Lifecycle

Join us for an info session on effective budgeting for school technology leaders, guided by ATLIS resources. We'll explore how to build strategic partnerships between business officers and tech directors, navigate budgeting challenges, and optimize resources.

Key ATLIS resources we’ll highlight:

  • Publications: E-Books and guides on creating technology plans, cyber insurance, and strengthening the CFO-Tech Leader relationship.
  • Articles: Practical advice on collaboration, risk management, and speaking the language of business officers.
  • Recorded Programs: Learn from ATLIS experts about budgeting essentials, automating processes, and delivering high-quality IT services on a limited budget.

Takeaways

  • Accessing ATLIS Resources

    Log into the ATLIS site to unlock budgeting tools, webinars, and guides for tech leadership.

  • Community and Networking

    Use the Access Points discussion board and job board to connect with peers and find talent.

  • Budgeting Frameworks

    Explore tools like the "Run, Grow, Transform" framework and multi-year budget projection templates for strategic planning.

  • Strategic Relationships

    Build strong partnerships with CFOs using tools like the CFO-Technology Leader Guide to align budgets with school goals.

  • Technology Planning

    Use templates for lifecycle replacement, zero-based budgeting, and scenario planning to anticipate future needs.

  • Data-Driven Insights

    Leverage benchmarking tools, such as the Compensation Dashboard, to inform salary negotiations and staff retention.

  • Cybersecurity Resources

    Conduct internal audits with ATLIS’s cybersecurity assessments and use updated school-specific guidance.

  • Vendor Vetting

    Use platforms like the 9ine Vendor Assessment and EdTech Product Index for data privacy and compliance evaluations.

  • AI Integration

    Access resources for AI policy creation, tool evaluation, and strategic board discussions on AI’s fiscal and operational impacts.

  • Professional Development

    Engage with programs like TILIS Certification, ATLIS Leadership Institute, and Access Points magazine for continuous growth.

Resources