97%
of higher education institutions experienced cybersecurity breaches
2025 Report
IT Infrastructure in the Education Sector
From understaffing to constrained budgets, we compiled critical data that shows the true reality faced by Educational Institutions and their IT departments.
Discover the current state of IT Infrastructure in K-12 districts, higher-education facilities, and more, and learn feasible strategies to overcome the challenges.
The Reality of Tech-Forward Classrooms
Educational IT departments are operating in crisis mode.
While classrooms appear more connected than ever, the infrastructure supporting this connectivity is cracking under unprecedented pressure.
70%
increase in ransomware attacks against schools
50%
of K-12 districts lack adequate IT staffing
67%
of educational software licenses go unused
Become aware of the challenges & discover a roadmap foward
This report reveals not just the depth of these challenges but also provides clear pathways to resolution through strategic workforce planning, proactive cybersecurity measures, intelligent cloud management, and cloud-first strategies.
Staffing Crisis Analysis
Uncover the reality behind the "quiet summers" myth and understand why IT workforce reports excessive workloads with actionable staffing benchmarks.
Hardware Lifecycle Planning
Strategic device refresh cycles based on actual lifespans and component wear patterns, plus Total Cost of Ownership analysis frameworks.
Cloud-First Strategies
Reduce on-premises infrastructure costs and enhance scalability with proven virtualization technologies and managed services approaches.
Cybersecurity Roadmap
Multi-layered security strategies and the critical impact of administrative rights on incident response, plus cost-effective protection measures.
Budget Optimization
Navigate funding allocation disparities and eliminate waste from unused software licenses while maximizing your technology investments.
Industry Benchmarks
Compare your institution against comprehensive industry data including IT spending ratios, staff-to-student benchmarks, and refresh cycle standards.
Transform Your Educational IT Infrastructure
Download the complete report and discover actionable strategies to overcome the most pressing IT challenges in education.