We'll be co-hosting a joint edition of the GÉANT special interest groups on marcomms and sustainability next month. Join us online, to ask big questions about accidental greenwashing, communicating 'the' message and why sustainability matters 🌎

Digital access challenges are lived realities for TNE students worldwide. Join us at the @universities-uk.bsky.social international event on 8 October as we launch and discuss the findings from our new transnational student and staff digital experiences (TNE) report 👉 bit.ly/4naFD1C

In celebration of Scotland’s first National Innovation Week with The Scottish Government, @jasonjisc.bsky.social shares how Jisc drives teaching, research and digital transformation across Scotland’s colleges and universities.

Joint procurement is a game changer for education. Institutions are coordinating their efforts and leveraging shared priorities to tackle complex sector-wide challenges. Read how ⤵️

Could Microsoft 365 management be simpler? The latest Tech Takes episode explores how cloud assist is being developed to support IT teams with automation, compliance and reporting.

From strategic vision to intelligent infrastructure and empowered people, #DataMatters2026 is designed for decision makers. Here's what to expect: www.jisc.ac.uk/data-matters...

We’ve extended eduroam to rural Kenya using satellite internet, working with Kenya Education Network (KENET) to bring secure connectivity to remote research sites. Find out how the project came together 👇

The latest results from our 2024/25 student digital experience insights survey have been released, with data from over 15,000 higher education students. Find out what's inspiring and challenging them: bit.ly/41HhWW2

'Without spaces to share and work together, the risk is fragmentation and duplication' @mwebb.bsky.social of @jisc.bsky.social on the vital role of communities in managing AI transformation feweek.co.uk/ai-is-moving...

We're pleased to announce the launch of a new AI community, for those working in professional services across UK HE and FE institutions. With regular meetups, newsletters, and working groups, it will be a great way to share and problem solve together.

Today our CEO, @heidifk.bsky.social, spoke at the annual Universities UK conference, sharing the strategic outline on shared services Jisc has supported through the transformation and efficiency taskforce. Her key message: the time to act is now and universities need to lead the way.

The @jisc.bsky.social digital research community is back for the new academic year! Join @helenclare.bsky.social @retropz.bsky.social for an exciting discussion around Electronic Research Notebooks 🖥️ 📆 10 Sept. 2025 ⏲️ 11 am GMT 🌐 jisc.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

In our latest blog, we explore how consolidating software asset compliance can do more than simplify processes. A unified approach helps institutions gain clearer visibility, stronger control, and unlock meaningful cost savings – turning compliance into a strategic advantage.

Head of HE & student experience @jamesclay.bsky.social is back again with a new blog post; sharing how universities can lay the foundations for successful collaboration and if you get the basics right you can save money, boost productivity and enhance student experiences.

🎙️ This week on Tech Takes explore Polar Connect, the visionary initiative to establish a resilient, trans-Arctic submarine cable linking Europe and Asia by 2030.

Data Matters returns on 21 January 2026 and we’ve changed location! Join us for the latest in data strategy, maturity and leadership at The Rep, Birmingham. Keep up to date with all the latest plans for next year's exciting event -> www.jisc.ac.uk/data-matters... #DataMatters2026

Collaboration in higher education isn’t just a nice to have, it’s essential for resilience, efficiency and delivering improved student experiences. But how do you make the case and get leadership and staff on board? @jamesclay.bsky.social explains...

Since the launch of the UKRI open access policy for research articles in August 2021, we have delivered targeted interventions to help libraries and researchers meet the policy’s requirements. Find out more, and what's next.

Digifest, our two-day conference looking at the future landscape of education and research, is back for 2026. Are you joining us?⁣ Sign up for updates: ji.sc/Digifest2026

We've been in a sunny Edinburgh filming something very special at the Royal Observatory, which is home to the largest astronomical library in the world. Stay tuned!

After an exploratory and analytical inaugural event, Data Matters returns with a bang next year. Moving to Birmingham for 2026, we reflect how we connected the people behind the numbers, and take a peek at next year.

It was an honour to present @younglivesvscancer.bsky.social with a cheque for £20,312 yesterday, to mark the end of their time as charity of the year. With sponsored walks, pet shows, bake sales, and much much more, the whole organisation was involved raising money for this very special cause.

Part of History Day North, @jisc.bsky.social's ArchivesHub shared resources from the many catalogues they host, including ours, on the theme 'Railway 200' that celebrates 200 years of rail history. More here: blog.archiveshub.jisc.ac.uk/2025/07/16/f... Poster from the ICOGRADA archive ICO/3/14/166

Discover practical ways to close the skills gap and build an inclusive, security‑aware culture in your organisation, at Security Conference. Secure your place today 🔐 #JiscSec

With A-level results day this week (!) here's a reminder to check out our new guide: Ensuring cyber resilience during clearing, enrolment and beyond.

City St George’s, University of London has put people at the heart of its digital transformation. Merging tech with culture, the team is building confidence, skills and a shared vision across staff and students.

Happy 30th birthday @openathens.bsky.social!

We’ve retained our Gold Standard Learning Provider Accreditation from the LPI for the 15th year running! 🏅 Reflecting our long-standing commitment to delivering high-quality, impactful training that empowers education, research and public sectors, builds digital confidence, and drives innovation.

We're proud to confirm that our licensing services delivered over £500 million in savings for UK education and research institutions, in 2023/24. Achieved through centrally negotiated agreements that reduce costs, streamline procurement, and support digital transformation across the sector.

With clearing and enrolment on the horizon, we’ve published a quick guide to help you strengthen cyber resilience and keep business critical systems online when they’re needed most -> www.jisc.ac.uk/news/all/sta...

If connecting with fellow FE and HE practitioners is your thing, then sign up for updates to be first in line for Digifest 2026 -> ji.sc/Digifest2026

We helped Making Education a Priority (MEaP) strengthen its federated access and identity infrastructure - helping them scale their research capabilities and reduce pressure on internal teams. Read the case study ->

In the newest episode of Research Talk we explore how authors are embracing transitional agreements while also using rights retention to make their work open quickly and without extra fees. Listen to the full podcast: ji.sc/45i3iXJ

Our head of research licensing highlights the need to break the link between publisher revenue and article volume, and to start exploring new models that reward value over volume. Read Anna's piece 👇

I've written a blog for @jisc.bsky.social with lots more evidence on the labour market implications here (www.jisc.ac.uk/blog/graduat...), but the upshot is that although the direction of travel is downwards, it's slow and undramatic (which makes it more difficult to track).

How confident are you in your institution’s software asset management (SAM)? With tighter budgets and increasing digital complexity, SAM is more important than ever. Not just about compliance, a powerful tool for cutting costs, reallocating unused licences & making smarter, data-informed decisions.

From cyber threats to cross-sector collaboration, Networkshop brings digital leaders together to tackle the biggest challenges facing our community. Bella Abrams, our group technology officer, shares her reflections on this year’s event.

City College Plymouth transformed their teaching process with vibe coding and a Google Workspace tool, saving 1,000+ hours a year and winning the Jisc-sponsored @aoc-info.bsky.social Beacon Award. Is your college doing great work? Apply for the Beacon Awards 25-26.

How to procure a new research management system www.researchinformation.info/analysis-opi... Complex decision gives institutions a valuable opportunity to make plans and decisions for the future, writes Kathryn Smith of @jisc.bsky.social

How can you get connectivity in hard to reach areas? Queen Mary University of London use extending eduroam. Find out more in the latest Tech Takes -> ji.sc/4nzPBdz @qmul.bsky.social

Great news! We've been shortlisted for the 'Education, Training and Communication Award' in the National Sustainability Awards. We're proud to see our efforts in championing sustainability recognised alongside so many inspiring organisations.

Read more on our involvement and analysis here ⤵️

How are researchers taking control of their visibility and impact? In this new episode of the Research Talk podcast, we dive into what rights retention looks like at @leedsbeckett.bsky.social -> ji.sc/45i3iXJ #HE

Discover how a unique collaboration between universities, Jisc and Adobe has helped embed Adobe Express across campuses and acted as a catalyst for creativity, student employability and digital innovation.

With 1 in 5 students learning overseas, challenges like poor connectivity, limited access to resources, and cultural differences risk holding back global learning. Read our new report that highlights the key digital barriers in UK transnational education.

We’re inviting expert consultants who are passionate about driving lasting change, and do meaningful work with real impact, to join our Jisc associate network. Get involved 🤝 jisc.ac.uk/news/all/joi...

Choose your own future at DCDC25; celebrate what is already being achieved and debate what more could be done, explore the challenges we face across the GLAMA sector and to work together as a community to find sustainable solutions. Registration closes 7 July, so hurry!

Just launched: our AI Literacy Curriculum for teaching and learning staff, with the first free session taking place Monday 30 June. Starting with foundational understanding, moving into practical skills, and developing critical awareness needed for responsible and informed use; book your place ⤵️

And just like that, Networkshop 2025 comes to a close. Thanks to all who came and attended both online and in-person this year, we're leaving Nottingham this evening brimming with ideas and creativity. If you missed out, you can still register for free on-demand access -> ji.sc/nws25-bookings

From breakout sessions to lightning talks, and now onto our closing keynote. If you’re inspired this afternoon by just how much events like Networkshop bring together community, join your peers in our new online group 👇