Key Trends for Faculty Affairs Professionals to Watch
As we look ahead to the second half of 2024, my team and I have identified several critical trends that we believe will impact faculty affairs leaders. These trends are poised to shape the landscape of higher education, influencing strategic
The Art of Listening to Your Customers
"Nothing I say this day will teach me anything. So if I'm going to learn, I must do it by listening." – Larry King Nobody will ever object to the advice that you need to listen to your customers. But it’s
The Evolution of Faculty Data Management
Panic. That’s how many of the faculty affairs professionals we speak to describe the situation when their Dean asks for a report on faculty data for a meeting they have the next day. For many institutions, this seemingly simple request
Attacking Operational Inefficiency Through a Faculty Information System: A Path to Streamlined Academic Operations
When implemented, a Faculty Information System (FIS) presents an excellent opportunity for academic institutions to streamline their operations, improve efficiency, and enhance collaboration. Through this system, an organization can identify and address existing operational inefficiencies, ensuring that the FIS implementation
Preparing for a Faculty Information System Implementation: Key Steps for Success
Implementing a Faculty Information System (FIS) is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning, collaboration, preparation, and vendor coordination. A well-executed implementation process sets the stage for a smooth transition, ensures needs are met, maximizes the benefits of the FIS,
Deciding on the Best Faculty Information System for Your Needs: A Guide to Empowering Academic Operations
Implementing a Faculty Information System (FIS) can revolutionize how academic institutions manage faculty information, streamline administrative processes, and enhance collaboration. However, choosing the right FIS is a critical decision that requires careful consideration of specific needs, functionalities, and long-term goals.
Case Study – Faculty Evaluations in a Remote Setting
With impressive capabilities including total configurability and all-encompassing professional guidance, SmartPath enables your institution's faculty management affairs to be accessible, transparent, and seamless. Download the Case Study (PDF)
Better Ways to Handle Community Educators
In an academic setting, particularly in the faculty affairs offices within medical schools, a lot goes into managing the appointments and data of their community educators. That’s why having a software application solution like SmartPath is essential for managing your
Webinar – “Handling a Record number of Promotions During Remote Work”
Watch our dynamic webinar, “Handling a Record number of Promotions During Remote Work”. Industry leader, Janine DeWitte, M.Ed., PHR, Assistant Dean for Faculty Affairs & Professional Development at the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, addresses common promotion issues
Webinar – “Quantifying Process Improvement in Faculty Affairs Management”
Watch our case-based webinar, “Quantifying Process Improvement in Faculty Affairs Management” with Lynn Johnson, Professor of Dentistry and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Institutional Effectiveness. In this webinar she presents the quantitative and qualitative results (and lessons learned) from