Most institutions invest millions in enterprise systems but miss critical ROI. The gap isn't the technology, it's what happens after go-live. Discover six truths every senior leader must understand to protect their investment.

Higher education technology has moved from locked basement server rooms to cloud platforms, but the real transformation is not just about where data lives. It is about what becomes possible when systems are designed to serve people.

Many ERP and SIS projects stumble after go live, not because the system failed, but because the institution was never fully operationally ready. The gap between implementation and reality is where the real work lives.

Cloud technology has changed how higher education systems work—but many institutions are still using outdated support models. Learn why shared language, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement are critical for modern campus operations.

Implementing new technology is exciting—but only if your team can support it. Higher ed institutions often underestimate the staffing needed for cloud-based systems like Workday Student. A smoother, smaller go-live paired with the right operational support can build confidence instead of chaos.

Higher education loves improvement — but often through addition, not subtraction. Discover how applying Lean methodology can help colleges and universities eliminate waste, streamline operations, and prepare for more successful technology transformations.

Most dashboards stop at displaying data — but the best ones tell a story. At Legato Strategic Consulting, we design Smartsheet dashboards that help teams, executives, and institutions see progress, spot risks, and connect daily work to a bigger vision.

Modernizing your ERP or Student Information System (SIS) is one of the biggest investments your institution will ever make. But the real return doesn’t happen when you flip the switch. It happens in the months (and years) that follow, when your institution stabilizes, adopts, and truly owns the system.

Go-Live may indicate that the system is operational, but true operational readiness means that all components, including people, processes, and technology, are aligned and functioning together effectively.