Modernizing Budget Processes: Lessons in Change Management from Lehigh University

Successfully introducing new software in higher education requires more than just a smooth technical rollout — it demands intentional, well-managed organizational change to drive long-term adoption and impact. With thoughtful change management, institutions can reduce resistance, encourage collaboration, and minimize disruption. 

Welcome to Strata’s User Community

 

Designed specifically for Strata module owners, admins, and key stakeholders, Strata User Communities provide a way to connect with colleagues from other healthcare organizations who are using the same solutions. Hear from Strata experts on use trends, planned updates, and best practices. User Communities are your space to connect, collaborate and stay ahead of industry trends and best practices.

Purpose:

  • Build a supportive community of engaged users

  • Gather insights into product improvement and innovation opportunities; address common support questions

  • Explore new features, best practices, and real customer success stories

Format:

  • Frequency: Monthly

  • Length: 1 hour

  • Content: Rotating topics chosen by the community. Each session includes a Subject Matter Expert presentation, followed by open dialogue and peer-to-peer interaction

  • Next Steps: Opportunity to sign up for expert bars to speak 1:1 with a Strata subject matter expert.

Available User Communities

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2025 Survey of College and University Business Officers

A new Inside Higher Ed and Hanover Research survey — sponsored by Strata Decision Technology — highlights growing concern among higher ed business officers as they face shrinking enrollments, reduced funding, and rising costs. Fewer than half expect their institution’s financial health to improve in the next year, reflecting a drop in short-term optimism compared to 2024. 

Driving Financial Transformation and Strategic Alignment at Western Kentucky University

Learn how leaders from WKU used strategic financial planning to strengthen long-term financial health, including:

  • Shorter budget cycles that increase agility 
  • Centralized data to prevent costly errors 
  • Greater transparency that drives accountability 
  • Faster, more informed decision-making 
  • Incentive-based budgeting that supports growth