tech
March 13, 2026
Talia Brown
From pandemic crisis to Oracle Cloud implementation, Graceland University’s CIO explains the collaborative approach behind a rapid digital transformation
TL;DR
- Talia Brown leveraged 20 years of institutional experience to transition into the CIO role at Graceland University.
- The COVID-19 pandemic forced rapid remote operations, highlighting the need for updated technology systems.
- Graceland University made a substantial investment in Oracle Cloud for its enterprise resource planning system.
- Brown employs a collaborative leadership style, actively participating in Tier 1 support and project management.
- The HESS Collective consortium, a partnership of small private institutions, facilitated open sharing of solutions for Oracle Cloud implementation.
- Key technology upgrades included Oracle Cloud deployment, printer upgrades, a cloud phone system, and the Pathify student portal.
- Brown finds motivation in witnessing student growth and transformation throughout their university experience.
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