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AI, Enrollment Declines, and IT Leadership Define Education Sector’s 2025 Priorities: New Info-Tech Research Report

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Info-Tech Research Group, a global IT research and advisory firm, has released a new report that highlights six key research blueprints designed to help educational institution CIOs and IT teams respond to AI disruption, declining enrollment, governance challenges, and the evolving role of IT leadership.

TORONTO, May 9, 2025 /CNW/ – As educational institutions navigate shifting demographics, emerging technologies, and increasing demands for accountability, global research and advisory firm Info-Tech Research Group says that the role of IT leaders in the sector is growing more strategic and institution-wide. To support this evolution, Info-Tech Research Group has published its Best Research for the Education Sector 2025, a collection of industry-focused blueprints that address the sector’s most urgent technology challenges, including generative AI, enrollment, and data governance.

The firm explains that educational institutions at all levels are being challenged to rethink how technology supports learning, administration, and long-term viability. From increasing pressure to modernize ERP systems to navigating the ethical use of generative AI in classrooms, IT departments must now lead not only on infrastructure but also on innovation, risk management, and student outcomes.

“The next few years will test the adaptability of education systems around the world,” says Info-Tech Research Group’s Chief Research Officer, Gord Harrison. “From managing the impact of generative AI to tackling enrollment uncertainty, IT leaders in education must play a pivotal role in guiding their institutions through transition while ensuring responsible innovation and long-term value.”

Info-Tech’s 2025 Research Priorities for IT Leaders in Education

The following blueprints from Info-Tech address the unique challenges educational institutions are facing in 2025. The list of some of the top research that is supporting IT in the sector offers practical guidance to help IT leaders respond with strategy, speed, and long-term vision:

Understand the Implications of Generative AI in Education – The guidance in this blueprint helps education leaders take a structured, institution-wide approach to AI adoption, moving beyond reactive bans to promote responsible, ethical, and effective integration in teaching, learning, and administration.Unify IT in the Education Sector – The insights in this blueprint will help institutions align decentralized IT teams and services, creating a unified technology environment that supports scalability, operational efficiency, and improved service delivery across campuses or districts.Understand the IT Implications for the Enrollment Cliff – This research helps IT leaders assess how declining enrollment impacts institutional strategy and operations. It offers tools like PESTLE analysis to align technology initiatives with efforts to enhance competitiveness, reduce costs, and support long-term sustainability.Elevate the Role of the CIO in Higher Education – This blueprint provides a roadmap for CIOs to transition from service providers to strategic institutional leaders. It offers tools to build transformational capabilities, foster cross-campus partnerships, and position IT as a catalyst for lasting change and improved student outcomes.Establish Data Governance – The framework outlined in this blueprint assists educational institutions in aligning data governance initiatives with organizational value streams and business capabilities. It provides guidance on defining leadership, accountability, and responsibilities related to data use and handling, supported by an operating model that effectively manages change and communication.Identify a Resilient Approach to the Future of Your Higher Education ERP – This research helps institutions evaluate ERP renewal options – such as single vendor, best-of-breed, or shared data platforms – based on IT capability and institutional maturity. It guides CIOs in selecting a modernization path that balances risk, cost, and strategic alignment.

The research blueprints highlighted in Info-Tech’s Best Research for the Education Sector 2025 report provide IT leaders with practical frameworks, expert guidance, and actionable strategies for navigating digital transformation in education. As the sector faces increased pressure to adapt, the right technology leadership will be crucial to ensuring both institutional stability and student success.

To request exclusive and timely commentary from Info-Tech’s experts on these blueprints or to download Info-Tech’s Best Research for the Education Sector 2025 resource, please contact pr@infotech.com.

Media Passes for Info-Tech LIVE 2025 in Las Vegas

Media professionals, including journalists, podcasters, and influencers, are invited to attend Info-Tech LIVE 2025 to gain exclusive access to research, content, and interviews with industry leaders. For those unable to attend in person, Info-Tech offers a digital pass option, providing access to live-streamed keynotes, select sessions, and exclusive virtual interviews with speakers and analysts.

Media professionals looking to apply for in-person or digital passes can contact pr@infotech.com to secure their spot and cover the latest advancements in IT directly from the event or remotely.

About Info-Tech Research Group

Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT and HR professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s divisions, visit McLean & Company for HR research and advisory services and SoftwareReviews for software-buying insights. 

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com.

For information about Info-Tech Research Group or to access the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.

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Knox Systems Expands Commitment to Veteran Hiring Through New Recruiting Partnerships

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Partnerships with VetJobs, Military Spouse Jobs, and Hire Heroes USA will expand career opportunities for veterans and military spouses across departments at Knox

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Knox Systems (“Knox”), the largest FedRAMP and DISA-managed cloud provider, today announced new recruiting partnerships with VetJobs, Military Spouse Jobs, and Hire Heroes USA, expanding the company’s commitment to hiring veterans and members of the military community.

Today, veterans represent 25% of Knox’s security workforce, bringing their critical experience to the company’s security, technology, and operations lines of effort. Through these partnerships, Knox will expand its recruiting pipeline and connect veterans and military families with opportunities across the organization.

“Every day at Knox, we see the powerful expertise and leadership veterans bring to our team,” said Irina Denisenko, CEO of Knox Systems. “Their experience makes our company stronger and makes us better equipped to serve the federal government. We’re proud to have a strong number of veterans on our team, and our latest partnerships reflect our commitment to creating more pathways for those who have served to build their next chapter at Knox.”

Knox’s commitment extends across the company and its departments. All open roles welcome veteran applicants, and the company is working with hiring managers to identify opportunities where military experience and highly specialized technical or security expertise can make a direct impact.

The initiative is being led in partnership by Hemant Baidwan, former CISO of the Department of Homeland Security and current Executive CISO at Knox, and Kristen Tsamoudakis, VP, Head of People. Their partnership underscores the company’s focus on connecting veteran recruiting directly with business and mission needs.

Knox has engaged with experienced partners that connect military-community candidates to successful career paths.

“Quality employment is such a key factor in the success of the military family,” said Angie Fair, Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at VetJobs and Military Spouse Jobs. “We appreciate our relationship with Knox Systems and their commitment to connecting with and creating pathways of employment for our military community.”

As part of the initiative, Knox will also participate in a virtual career fair with Hire Heroes USA on September 24, connecting directly with transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses seeking their next career opportunity.

“Meaningful employer engagement can make a real difference for veterans and military spouses navigating their careers,” said Charlotte Creech, Chief Program Officer at Hire Heroes USA. “We’re pleased to work with Knox to create direct connections with military-connected job seekers, helping them explore opportunities that align with their skills, experience, and career goals.”

To learn more about Knox careers, go to https://www.linkedin.com/company/knox-systems-inc/jobs/ 

About Knox Systems

Knox Systems operates the largest managed government cloud, trusted by leading agencies and partners across the defense and civilian sectors. Built for speed, resilience, and compliance, Knox helps software and AI companies navigate FedRAMP authorization and deliver modern technology to the federal ecosystem. With the support of sponsors from 18 agencies including DHS, DoW, FEMA, NIH, and more, Knox serves over 100 leading AI and SaaS providers, accelerating the delivery of mission-ready technology.

Learn more at knoxsystems.com.

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Nework Unveils New Smart Living Tools for More Organized, Intentional Everyday Life

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As smart calendars and inkless boards emerge as the next essential home productivity tools, Nework introduces NewFlow and NewSlate, alongside storewide October Prime deals.

POMONA, Calif., Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In recent years, a quiet shift has been happening in modern homes and hybrid workspaces. As life gets busier, consumers are moving away from traditional distraction-heavy screens and paper clutter, actively seeking tools that bring calm, structure, and intention to their daily lives. Among these emerging lifestyle tech trends, two products are fast becoming must-haves: smart digital calendars that bring family schedules into focus, and inkless writing boards that offer a clean, friction-free canvas for instant ideas.

People no longer just want more technology—they want tools that seamlessly blend into their environment. Smart digital calendars give families a centralized hub to sync schedules and track chores, while inkless writing boards offer a sustainable, marker-free space to map out thoughts without paper waste.

Meeting this shift in consumer demand, audiovisual and collaborative solutions provider Nework is officially expanding its smart living portfolio this October with two brand-new releases: NewFlow (Smart Digital Calendar) and NewSlate (Inkless Writing board).

NewFlow: The Ultimate Central Hub for the Modern Home

Designed to streamline busy household logistics, NewFlow brings agendas, tasks, and routines together into one sleek, ambient display.

Seamless Syncing: Automatically integrates with Google Calendar, iCloud, and Outlook.Family-Centric Planning: Features color-coded member profiles, interactive chore lists, meal planners, and shared grocery lists.Remote Access: Adjust schedules on the go via the companion mobile app.Ambient Photo Mode: When not in planning mode, NewFlow doubles as an elegant digital photo frame that blends naturally into modern home decor.

NewSlate: A Cleaner, Distraction-Free Canvas for Ideas

Built for quick brainstorming, study workflows, and daily reminders, NewSlate provides a natural, pen-on-paper writing feel without the clutter of sticky notes or traditional dry-erase markers.

 Natural Writing Experience: Low-latency response ensures smooth, precise strokes and effortless partial or full erasing.Sustainable & Efficient: An eco-friendly, energy-efficient design that eliminates paper waste and marker ink disposal.Focused Workspace: Keeps quick notes visible without adding another notification-heavy screen to your environment.

October Savings Across Nework’s Flagship Lines

Alongside the new product introductions, Nework will participate in Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days with a limited-time 48-hour promotion from October 6 to October 7.

The promotion includes 15%-20% off the NewBoard Smart Board Series and more than 20% off the MoveMate Portable TV Series, providing early holiday shoppers with savings across Nework’s existing work and entertainment portfolio.

As consumers look to upgrade their home technology or get an early start on holiday shopping, the promotion offers savings on products designed around increasingly flexible ways of working, relaxing, and spending time at home.

The NewBoard Series is designed to support collaboration and productivity in home offices and shared spaces, bringing communication, content, and everyday workflows together on one interactive display. For entertainment, the MoveMate Series offers a more flexible viewing experience, allowing users to bring their screen to different spaces around the home rather than organizing their routines around a fixed TV setup.

Through its upcoming launches and October deals, Nework continues to focus on technology that simplifies daily tasks and integrates work, home, and personal time seamlessly.

About Nework

Nework is an innovative brand specializing in audiovisual presentation and collaborative products, headquartered in California, USA. Its portfolio includes interactive displays, portable TVs, cameras, speakerphones, and accessories. Its solutions are available across two specialized platforms: Nework.ai for professional smart boards and workplace collaboration; Nework.us for portable lifestyle TVs and more smart home devices.

With its mission of empowering users through advanced audiovisual, interactive, and AI technologies, Nework aims to improve presentation, collaboration, and communication while making everyday experiences more seamless and enjoyable.

For more information, please visit https://www.nework.ai/ or connect with Nework:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neworkai  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nework.us/  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nework-ai   

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Nework-ai  

X: https://x.com/Nework_ai  

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BNP Paribas and Google Cloud Announce New Partnership on Agentic AI and Cloud Innovation

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Five-year agreement expands BNP Paribas’s access to Google Cloud’s AI-optimized  infrastructure, Gemini models and Gemini Enterprise.Initial use cases include plans to integrate Gemini models into LLM@CIB, CIB’s internal  generative AI assistant, and deploy agentic AI use cases within Corporate & Institutional  Banking (CIB).Strengthens BNP Paribas’ multi-cloud approach, aligned within its existing security and data  governance framework. 

PARIS and SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BNP Paribas and Google Cloud today announced a  new five-year partnership, to expand BNP Paribas’ access to Google Cloud’s infrastructure and advanced AI capabilities including Gemini Enterprise and Gemini models. 

Through this partnership, Google Cloud technologies will support the expansion of BNP Paribas’ infrastructure and AI capabilities as the Bank moves towards broader deployment of agentic AI. It will also strengthen its existing multi-cloud and multi-model approach within its established security and data governance framework.

“Our role is to empower our businesses with the technology capabilities they need while maintaining a consistent framework for security and control. A multi-cloud and multi-model approach gives us  the flexibility to select, for each case, the right model, infrastructure and level of control to meet our  requirements for quality and security while delivering the best balance between cost and value. This partnership strengthens that approach and expands the options available to our businesses,” said Marc Camus, Group Chief Information Officer, BNP Paribas.

“Agentic AI marks a critical shift in how global financial institutions streamline operations, assess risk, and serve their clients. Through this five-year partnership, BNP Paribas is combining  its banking leadership with Google Cloud’s secure infrastructure and Gemini Enterprise to deploy  intelligent agents within platforms across the bank,” said Thomas Kurian, CEO at Google Cloud. 

From cloud and AI capabilities to business use case 
Through this partnership, BNP Paribas will have access to Gemini Enterprise to build, evaluate and  deploy purpose-built agents tailored to specific business needs. 

Starting with BNP Paribas Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB):

The new capabilities will support the planned deployment of AI agents for targeted workflows,  including the preparation of corporate credit memos to assist teams, with further applications  across sales, trading, research, and structuring activities. Gemini models will be integrated into LLM@CIB, its generative AI assistant currently  available to more than 65,000 employees.

“Our approach to AI starts with the business need. We assess which technology is best suited to  each use case and deploy it within the bank’s security and governance framework. Agentic AI can  help our teams handle more complex workflows while maintaining the appropriate level of control,” said Charles Holive, Chief AI Officer, BNP Paribas CIB.

Google Cloud and Gemini technologies have already been deployed at Nickel, BNP Paribas’  payment account business within the Commercial, Personal Banking & Services (CPBS) division.  Gemini serves as the foundational model for Nickel Assist, helping 200 customer advisers find  answers to customer requests based on Nickel’s procedures and operating guidelines. 

A controlled, enterprise-grade governance framework
The use of Google Cloud will follow BNP Paribas’ existing security and data governance  requirements, which determines the type of data and workloads that can be processed in a public  cloud environment. Certain categories of data will not be stored in a public cloud environment.

Security is a key pillar of BNP Paribas’ agentic AI strategy, with each agent being authenticated and  granted access only to the resources required to perform its assigned task. The connection of AI  agents to the Group’s information systems and their respective interactions will be consequently  monitored and controlled. 

The partnership will also contribute to BNP Paribas’ existing Group-wide AI adoption program,  completing ongoing initiatives with learning opportunities ranging from foundational AI literacy to  specialized AI agent development.

About BNP Paribas 
Leader in banking and financial services in Europe, BNP Paribas operates in 64 countries and has over  180,000 employees, including more than 146,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity:  Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised  businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment  and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on  its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations,  entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realise their projects through solutions spanning financing,  investment, savings and protection insurance. The Group has a historic footprint in four eurozone markets: Belgium,  France, Italy and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several  Mediterranean countries, Türkiye, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading  platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in  Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to  contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group’s performance and stability.

About Google Cloud 
Google Cloud offers a powerful, optimized AI stack—including AI infrastructure, leading models like Gemini, data  management capabilities, multicloud security solutions, developer tools and platform, as well as agents and applications— that enables organizations to transform their business for the Agentic Era. Customers in more than 200 countries and  territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted technology partner. 

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