Instructional Technology and Digital Media Center - John Bruno reported that plans to create the new Center have been announced to the campus. The concern is that the limited appointment will not provide adequate time to attend to the substantial challenges associated with this new unit. John Bruno responded that a full-time Associate Director and stronger management team would support the faculty director. Bob Grey added that the initial appointment might provide include provision for the new director to spend more time with the new unit during the first year or two. Further, the task force has looked carefully at those ISP's that advertise free services.
Further study is needed.
Key IT Recruitments - John Bruno reported that IT is actively recruiting for the Chief Operations Officer, a policy analyst, and a security analyst. The Council received a report supporting the proposal from special consultants UC San Diego Vice Chancellor Steve Reylea and UC San Diego Administrative Computing Director Elezar Harel. The consultant reviewed the DaFIS budget and concluded that it was appropriate given the size and complexity of this client-server financial system. The Office of Planning and Budget also endorsed the proposed budget. Bob Grey noted that he is receiving more positive feedback about DaFIS in recent months.