{"id":3646,"date":"2025-11-26T14:48:03","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T19:48:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/?page_id=3646"},"modified":"2026-01-14T13:02:23","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T18:02:23","slug":"ipa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/ipa\/","title":{"rendered":"Institutional Planning &amp; Analytics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-black-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-center rounded\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(190deg,rgba(255,255,255,0) 47%,rgb(0,0,0) 100%)\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1919\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-2414\" alt=\"Eyeglasses reflecting computer code on a monitor, ideal for technology and programming themes.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2024\/12\/eyeglasses-reflecting-computer-code-on-a-monitor-ideal-for-technology-and-programming-themes.-577585-scaled.jpg\" style=\"object-position:53% 30%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"53% 30%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2024\/12\/eyeglasses-reflecting-computer-code-on-a-monitor-ideal-for-technology-and-programming-themes.-577585-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2024\/12\/eyeglasses-reflecting-computer-code-on-a-monitor-ideal-for-technology-and-programming-themes.-577585-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2024\/12\/eyeglasses-reflecting-computer-code-on-a-monitor-ideal-for-technology-and-programming-themes.-577585-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2024\/12\/eyeglasses-reflecting-computer-code-on-a-monitor-ideal-for-technology-and-programming-themes.-577585-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2024\/12\/eyeglasses-reflecting-computer-code-on-a-monitor-ideal-for-technology-and-programming-themes.-577585-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">&nbsp;<strong>Institutional Planning and Analytics<\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transforming Data into Direction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our vision is to build a unified, data-informed culture <strong>where the right data is accessible to the right people at the right time. <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lead\">York\u2019s Institutional Planning and Analytics (IPA) project is revolutionizing how we use data to make informed decisions. By combining data from various sources and leveraging advanced tools like AI and machine learning, the project simplifies reporting, improves efficiency, and builds powerful models. Whether it\u2019s enrolment planning or data analytics, IPA provides secure, scalable solutions that give our community access to actionable insights, enabling us to drive innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading font-weight-light\">Institutional Planning &amp; Analytics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"h4\">Goals \u2192 Objectives \u2192 Benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right ipa-intro\">Click a goal to reveal its <strong>Objectives<\/strong> and <strong>Benefits<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id3646_527f00-ce .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id3646_527f00-ce .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id3646_527f00-ce > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id3646_527f00-ce .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id3646_527f00-ce .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:8px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id3646_527f00-ce kt-accordion-has-7-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane3646_bde950-97\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Goal 1: Establish a modern, unified data &amp; analytics platform<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"card-text small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold\">Objectives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-group list-group-flush custom-list\">\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Deploy Azure-based IPA platform integrated with the Enterprise Information Platform (EIP). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Migrate legacy SAS\/Oracle workloads to cloud.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Build automated data pipelines and lakehouse architecture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold mb-4\">Benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Single Source of Truth<\/strong><br>A unified data platform eliminates silos, ensuring everyone has access to consistent, reliable information from vetted sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Faster, Easier Reporting<\/strong><br>Automated data pipelines and standardized frameworks drastically reduce manual effort and delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Future-Ready Innovation<\/strong><br>A modern data infrastructure that lays the foundation for emerging technologies and analytics capabilities<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane3646_1851a9-19\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Goal 2: Improve data quality, integrity &amp; governance<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"card-text small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold\">Objectives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-group list-group-flush custom-list\">\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Implement validation, cross-reference tables, and error handling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Define stewardship roles, permissions, and governance processes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Run Data Quality program alongside rollout.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold mb-4\">Benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Trusted, High-Quality Data<\/strong><br>Strong validation rules and governance practices ensure accurate, reliable, and consistent institutional information<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Responsible &amp; Ethical Use<\/strong><br>Data is accessed and used only for its intended purpose, in alignment with York\u2019s mission, values, privacy expectations, and ethical standards<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Robust Governance &amp; Compliance<\/strong><br>Clear stewardship roles, access controls, and adherence to York\u2019s policies and retention requirements promote secure, compliant, and transparent data management<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane3646_6ff955-05\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Goal 3: Enhance institutional reporting &amp; decision-making<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"card-text small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold\">Objectives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-group list-group-flush custom-list\">\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Automate government-reporting workflows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Deliver enrolment forecasting and scenario modelling tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Provide interactive dashboards to authroized users.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold mb-4\">Benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Enhanced Decision-Making<\/strong><br>Advanced analytics and predictive modelling help identify trends, forecast outcomes, and support proactive decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Faster, Easier Reporting<\/strong><br>Reporting automation enchanced by Natrual Language Processing (NLP) enables faster more accurate outputs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Automate Processes<\/strong><br>Reduces manual intervention, freeing staff to focus on analysis and strategy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane3646_4dd92c-e9\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Goal 4: Drive efficiency, collaboration &amp; knowledge sharing<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"card-text small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold\">Objectives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-group list-group-flush custom-list\">\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Train users on frameworks, tools, and platform use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Document business rules, definitions, and standards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Adopt iterative, cross-team improvement processes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold mb-4\">Benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Automate Processes<\/strong><br>Streamlined workflows reduce manual work and reporting delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Greater Efficiency and Scalability<\/strong><br>A scalable solution that grows with institutional needs while reducing infrastructure costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Enhanced Decision-Making<\/strong><br>Staff collaboration and knowledge sharing improve insight quality and response time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane3646_19c6b5-6f\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Goal 5: Support long-term innovation &amp; scalability<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"card-text small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold\">Objectives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-group list-group-flush custom-list\">\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Enable machine learning and predictive analytics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-group-item\">Optimize performance with autoscaling policies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"small text-uppercase text-primary font-weight-bold mb-4\">Benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Future-Ready Innovation<\/strong><br>Modern infrastructure built for emerging technologies and new use cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Greater Efficiency and Scalability<\/strong><br>Dynamic scaling supports growth and cost optimization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-circle-plus text-success\"><\/i> <strong>Governance, Security and Compliance<\/strong><br>Continued protection of institutional data while innovating responsibly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"technology_platform\" class=\"wp-block-group full-width bg-light py-5\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading font-weight-light\" id=\"Supported-tools\">Technology &amp; Platform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"lead\">IPA is a modern cloud-based data platform built on <strong>Microsoft Azure<\/strong>, and integrated with York\u2019s existing <strong>Enterprise Information Platform (EIP)<\/strong>. Together, these systems form a secure, scalable foundation for analytics, reporting, and data-driven planning across the university. <i class=\"fas fa-circle-arrow-right text-primary h5\"><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns card-deck is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column card rounded-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-network-wired h2 text-primary\"><\/i><br><strong>Unified Data Lakehouse Architecture<\/strong><br>Combines the flexibility of data lakes with the structure of data warehouses, making it easier to store, organize, and analyze large volumes of institutional data in a central place.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column card rounded-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-chart-simple h2 text-primary\"><\/i><br><strong>Azure Databricks for Advanced Analytics<\/strong><br>Enables real-time data processing, predictive modelling, and machine learning applications to uncover trends and inform decisions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns card-deck mb-0 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column card rounded-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-route h2 text-primary\"><\/i><br><strong>Automated Data Pipelines<\/strong><br>Streamlines the movement, cleaning, and transformation across York's unique systems, reducing manual work and minimizing human error.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column card rounded-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"card-text\"><i class=\"fas fa-shield-halved h2 text-primary\"><\/i><br><strong>Enterprise-Grade Security<\/strong><br>Implements row-level security, fine-grained permissions, and encryption to safeguard data privacy and meet regulatory and our own rigorous compliance standards.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading font-weight-light\" id=\"Current-Projects-IT-Support-Bots\">Current Projects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/notebook-with-pencil-ruler-and-compass-on-a-bright-yellow-background-perfect-for-education-and-design-themes.-5412336-scaled-edited.jpg\" alt=\"Notebook with pencil, ruler, and compass on a bright yellow background, perfect for education and design themes.\" class=\"wp-image-3703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/notebook-with-pencil-ruler-and-compass-on-a-bright-yellow-background-perfect-for-education-and-design-themes.-5412336-scaled-edited.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/notebook-with-pencil-ruler-and-compass-on-a-bright-yellow-background-perfect-for-education-and-design-themes.-5412336-scaled-edited-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/notebook-with-pencil-ruler-and-compass-on-a-bright-yellow-background-perfect-for-education-and-design-themes.-5412336-scaled-edited-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/notebook-with-pencil-ruler-and-compass-on-a-bright-yellow-background-perfect-for-education-and-design-themes.-5412336-scaled-edited-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/notebook-with-pencil-ruler-and-compass-on-a-bright-yellow-background-perfect-for-education-and-design-themes.-5412336-scaled-edited-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h4\">Phase 1<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The IPA initiative is all about giving York a reliable, connected view of its data. In this first phase, our focus is twofold: ensuring government reports are accurate and on time, and giving teams the tools they need to plan enrolment using solid evidence rather than guesswork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get us there, our IPA teams will consolidate data from key systems into a single, scalable platform, making it easier for authorized users to access trustworthy information and run meaningful analyses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/team-members-analyze-charts-during-a-business-meeting-with-laptops-and-smartphones.-3183153-scaled-edited.jpg\" alt=\"Team members analyze charts during a business meeting with laptops and smartphones.\" class=\"wp-image-3704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/team-members-analyze-charts-during-a-business-meeting-with-laptops-and-smartphones.-3183153-scaled-edited.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/team-members-analyze-charts-during-a-business-meeting-with-laptops-and-smartphones.-3183153-scaled-edited-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/team-members-analyze-charts-during-a-business-meeting-with-laptops-and-smartphones.-3183153-scaled-edited-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/team-members-analyze-charts-during-a-business-meeting-with-laptops-and-smartphones.-3183153-scaled-edited-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/team-members-analyze-charts-during-a-business-meeting-with-laptops-and-smartphones.-3183153-scaled-edited-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h4\">Reports for Government Reporting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Government reporting starts with pulling the right student-level data, including enrolment and graduation details that are required for operating grant funding. That data is then transformed to meet the Ministry\u2019s specifications and must pass a series of format and code checks. Any errors flagged during this process must be reviewed and corrected before the file can proceed. Once everything is clean, the data is submitted with a signed attestation report, which confirms the submission and completes the Ministry sign-off.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/a-vibrant-flat-lay-workspace-featuring-a-laptop-coffee-calculator-and-notebook-on-a-pink-surface.-5554761-scaled-edited.jpg\" alt=\"A vibrant flat lay workspace featuring a laptop, coffee, calculator, and notebook on a pink surface.\" class=\"wp-image-3705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/a-vibrant-flat-lay-workspace-featuring-a-laptop-coffee-calculator-and-notebook-on-a-pink-surface.-5554761-scaled-edited.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/a-vibrant-flat-lay-workspace-featuring-a-laptop-coffee-calculator-and-notebook-on-a-pink-surface.-5554761-scaled-edited-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/a-vibrant-flat-lay-workspace-featuring-a-laptop-coffee-calculator-and-notebook-on-a-pink-surface.-5554761-scaled-edited-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/a-vibrant-flat-lay-workspace-featuring-a-laptop-coffee-calculator-and-notebook-on-a-pink-surface.-5554761-scaled-edited-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/a-vibrant-flat-lay-workspace-featuring-a-laptop-coffee-calculator-and-notebook-on-a-pink-surface.-5554761-scaled-edited-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h4\">Enrolment Planning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Enrolment Planning aims to create a smooth, fully integrated process that enables teams to easily explore historical trends, current activity, and forward-looking projections. This includes a unified set of data and tools that support enrolment planning, including detailed enrolment forecasts based on past patterns, projections of new student intakes derived from historical conversion ratios and current admissions data, tuition and grant revenue estimates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Authorized users will have access to dashboards for the admissions cycle, allowing them to interact directly with the data for informed what-if analyses and intake projections.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/marketing-megaphone-edited.png\" alt=\"Decorative: A vibrant megaphone on a pink background. \" class=\"wp-image-3706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/marketing-megaphone-edited.png 1920w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/marketing-megaphone-edited-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/marketing-megaphone-edited-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/cio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/936\/2025\/11\/marketing-megaphone-edited-1536x864.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading h4\">Looking Ahead<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list mb-0\">\n<li>Quick-Facts Dashboard Data Integration and Reporting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data Integration for Academic Program Report<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Undergraduate Applicant Conversion Rates by Country<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creation of Data Packages for Cyclical Program Review Self-¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SEM Initiative Impact Evaluation Using AI\/ML and Econometrics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AI\/ML to Support Learning Analytics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"data_governance\" class=\"wp-block-group full-width bg-light py-5\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading font-weight-light\">Data Governance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"h4\">These cards provide a quick overview of data at ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ. Learn what data is, how we access it, and where to find more details. <i class=\"fas fa-circle-arrow-down text-primary h5\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, email <a href=\"mailto:oipa@yorku.ca\" class=\"text-dark\">oipa@yorku.ca<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns data-governance is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column rounded-0 card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-inline\">\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Priorities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Capabilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Accountability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-title h5\">Data and Analytics Strategy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\">The strategy answers the question: What needs to change in the data and analytics space for our university to achieve its UAP goals?<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-footer bg-transparent border-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"rounded-0 btn btn-block btn-dark text-white btn-sm mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/oipa\/py_staff_area\/data-and-analytics-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Data Analytics &amp; Strategy <i class=\"fas small fa-arrow-up-right-from-square\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column rounded-0 card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-inline\">\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Stewardship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Standards Data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Dictionary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-title h5\">Data Governance<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\">Outlines institutional standards and policies regarding data and manages a system of decision rights and accountabilities for information-related processes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-footer bg-transparent border-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"rounded-0 btn btn-block btn-dark text-white btn-sm mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/oipa\/data-analytics-governance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Data &amp; Analytics Governance <i class=\"fas small fa-arrow-up-right-from-square\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column rounded-0 card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-inline\">\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Data Inventory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Data Architecture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Data Quality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-title h5\">Data Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\">Establishes and implements practices for how data is collected, organized, stored, and maintained to ensure consistency, accuracy, and usability across the institution.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-footer bg-transparent border-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"rounded-0 btn btn-block btn-dark text-white btn-sm mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/faculty-and-staff-services\/data-and-reporting-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Data &amp; Reporting <i class=\"fas small fa-arrow-up-right-from-square\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns data-governance mb-0 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column rounded-0 card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-inline\">\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Data Hub<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Data Navigation Assistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Power BI<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-title h5\">Data Analytics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transforms raw data into actionable insights through analysis, visualization, and reporting to support evidence-informed decision-making across the university.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-footer bg-transparent border-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"rounded-0 btn btn-block btn-dark text-white btn-sm mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/oipa\/data-hub\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Data Hub <i class=\"fas small fa-arrow-up-right-from-square\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"rounded-0 btn btn-block btn-dark text-white btn-sm mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/oipa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OIPA <i class=\"fas small fa-arrow-up-right-from-square\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column rounded-0 card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-inline\">\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Policies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Retention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-title h5\">Data Privacy &amp; Security<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>York adheres to federal and provincial data protection regulations, including the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Ontario), and to sector-specific guidelines, such as the Tri-Council Policy Statement.<\/summary>\n<p class=\"mt-2 card-text\">All community members are required to complete data privacy and security training to ensure a secure data environment and responsible handling of sensitive information.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-footer bg-transparent border-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"rounded-0 btn btn-block btn-dark text-white btn-sm mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ipo.info.yorku.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Information &amp; Privacy <i class=\"fas small fa-arrow-up-right-from-square\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"rounded-0 btn btn-block btn-dark text-white btn-sm mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/uit\/infosec\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Information Security <i class=\"fas small fa-arrow-up-right-from-square\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column rounded-0 card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-body\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-inline\">\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">On-boarding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Courses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"list-inline-item\">Community of Engagement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-title h5\">Data Literacy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\">Builds the skills and confidence needed to understand, interpret, and responsibly use data to inform decisions and support institutional goals.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group card-footer bg-transparent border-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"rounded-0 btn btn-block btn-dark text-white btn-sm mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/oipa\/py-staff-area\/data-literacy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Data Literacy at York <i class=\"fas small fa-arrow-up-right-from-square\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"rounded-0 btn btn-block btn-dark text-white btn-sm mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/yulearn.yorku.ca\/my\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YU Learn <i class=\"fas small fa-arrow-up-right-from-square\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading font-weight-light\" id=\"Key-Players\">Key Players<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"h4\">Our IPA initiative is powered by a talented team from across the university, guided by the following key players <i class=\"fas fa-circle-arrow-down text-primary h5\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns card-deck mx-0 key_players is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"card-text\">Technical Lead<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><strong>Karen<\/strong> <strong>Furlonge<\/strong><br>Manager, Enterprise Data Management and Analytics<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"card-text\">Chair<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"card-text\"><strong>Brad Strom<\/strong><br>Chief Information Officer<br>University Information Technology (UIT)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"card-text\">Project Co-Sponsor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keshia Gray<\/strong><br>University Registrar &amp; 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