IT works with the Center on technology enhanced courses. I work closely and well with the Vice-President Finance. However we represent different interests when it comes to IT expenditures. This relationship is working at a personal level, but there are some natural tensions. I would benefit enormously, in this regard, by having a clearer sense of the direction academic computing should take.
Most relationships here work well.
Some deans understand the cost technology and work well with staff in planning, cost sharing and supporting technology. Relationship with Provost Dealing directly with him works well, although he does not always see implementation issues. He listens, however, and so things generally work well because we both respect each other. Relationship with the budget officer. He is also in charge of the physical plant and understands some of my infrastructure needs.