From K–12 districts to higher education institutions, schools across the country are facing mounting pressure to modernize—while defending against evolving cyber threats and navigating ongoing workforce shortages. The Education Market Trends Report, Securing the Future of Learning, highlights how IT leaders, administrators, and faculty are working together to protect and advance learning through smarter, more resilient strategies.
Cybersecurity and Cloud Are Top Priorities
As ransomware attacks grow more sophisticated, education leaders are doubling down on cyber hygiene. Many institutions now prioritize multi-factor authentication, endpoint protection, and cloud-native tools that simplify patching and compliance. Still, resource limitations—especially in small or rural districts—remain a major hurdle to building cyber resilience.
AI Brings Promise and Caution
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how students learn and how schools operate. From adaptive instruction to administrative automation, AI is becoming more embedded in education. However, the report stresses the need for clearly defined AI guardrails to protect academic integrity, student data, and ensure responsible implementation.
The Workforce Gap Is Driving Change
Chronic staffing shortages are prompting education systems to rethink their approach to hiring, retention, and employee experience. New platforms are helping reduce burnout and improve support for educators—particularly among Gen Z and millennial staff who value flexibility, growth, and purpose-driven work.
Students Expect Consumer-Grade Experiences
Modern learners expect seamless digital services—from registration to virtual advising. Institutions are responding by redesigning student experiences to be mobile-first, user-friendly, and accessible across devices and languages.
Education leaders are now tasked with securing infrastructure, empowering staff, and delivering high-impact services in an unpredictable landscape.
Download the full Market Trends Report on Securing the Future of Learning to dive deeper into expert insights and actionable strategies for implementation.
