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ENSURING THERE IS OWNERSHIP OVER IOT SECURITY IS IMPERATIVE AND SOME INSTITUTIONS HAVE APPOINTED ‘ DIGITAL CHAMPIONS ’ WHO REVIEW TECHNOLOGY AND SHARE PRACTICES THAT FOSTER INNOVATION .
Enthusiastic pupils are a huge opportunity unique position . Every day , it interacts with an enthusiastic generation that gets more technologically sophisticated each year . In few other sectors is there such a huge cohort of people as adaptable and receptive to new ways of working .
This is where the opportunity lies for teachers , who can challenge the traditional way of teaching . But in order to do so , they cannot be shackled by the fear of cyber-risk . Instead , education employees must continue to push themselves to investigate what other innovations can be implemented in order to enhance student learning . There ’ s no doubt it can feel overwhelming for many to think about how to make improvements while dealing with a demanding timetable . However , by investing in automation technology that streamlines processes and provides protection , the opportunity of a digital workplace can become a reality . This will drive greater efficiencies , freeing up space in the day to innovate and try new things .
With the right technology in place and a security strategy that ensures accountability for the management of said technology , there is huge potential for educational institutions to become efficient , productive and inspiring digital workplaces . The enthusiasm for transformation is already there . With the right security strategy , I ’ ve no doubt the future of education will be bright . •
It ’ s important that a focus on security doesn ’ t take away from the bold ambition demonstrated by the education sector . In many ways , this industry in a totally
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