To help ease the administrative burden often associated with research, many organizations invest in new digital tools or software. Unfortunately, they frequently ignore the bigger system-wide picture regarding how these tools will work together. The result can be a...
Part one of a three-part series on attracting, motivating, and retaining talent in research administration In our 2022 Benchmark Report, which analyzed survey results from over 1,000 research administration professionals, we found that almost 70% lacked the right...
Research administrators have major responsibilities to manage risk and outcomes through smart project management. All this pressure can be a burden on leaders and their teams, as evidenced by the high burnout rates in research administration. But how can you simplify...
Research administration is a risky business. It involves diverse processes requiring careful, even meticulous, management. With any project comes risk, but there are ways to mitigate this risk and improve the chances of success. Let’s explore the best ways to help...
Most administrators are familiar with lean management. It is the business approach of maximizing value and minimizing waste. In research administration, lean management is critical for success — especially when it comes to sponsored project lifecycle management. By...
Artificial intelligence is all over the news these days, and it seems AI — in some form or another — is here to stay. But what is AI, and how exactly can AI support your daily tasks? Can it improve research administration without threatening job security or...
