All of the colleges and most of the administrative units have network access. A large number of automated information systems are available to faculty and staff. The Administrative Computing Services provides support to administrative units.
Specific responsibilities range from systems development to end-user computing.
Responsible for establishment and publication of NCSU standards for database environment, security and access to university databases both in mainframe and distributed environments. Provides desktop and network services to administrative units on campus. These services include a standard software application suite, help desk, network communications, access to administrative information, consulting services for hardware and software, business systems analysis, and performs research and development activities to keep customers abreast of innovative technology. The Budget Office is responsible for providing financial and statistical management information and analyses to university administrators, preparing internal and external financial and budgetary reports and cost analyses, and, assisting all university colleges, departments, or offices in the establishment, maintenance, and control of budgets. The Business Division includes a purchasing department which acquires equipment, supplies, and services for the campus.