Summary
The university’s only approved web conferencing standard is Microsoft Teams.
Standardizing on Microsoft Teams enables the university to provide support, deliver a consistent user experience, maintain secure and compliant systems, ensure accessibility for all users and optimize technology spending and resource allocation.
To ensure compliance with this standard:
- Employees are not permitted to use other platforms to conduct virtual meetings for teaching, business, collaboration, etc.
- Installing or using non-standard web conferencing platforms is not allowed on university-owned devices and networks.
Frequently Asked
- Can I attend external meetings using non-standard web conferencing platforms?
- We understand that some external meetings may be hosted on other platforms. Zoom, Webex, and other commonly used web conferencing tools offer browser-based versions that allow participants to join meetings without installing any software.
- Why can’t I use the platform I prefer?
- Using unapproved platforms introduces risks related to data privacy and security and compliance with institutional policy.
Key Related Polices
This list highlights key IT-related policies; however, additional university policies and procedures may also apply depending on the specific context.