Overview
Software is a normal part of our daily work and teaching. Most software is now available as an app or via a website (aka cloud software). With that comes risk of university data being exposed and compromised. Please click the Software Request button on this page to request software to be reviewed for use.
ITS will then perform several types of review of the software:
- Duplication with existing standard software the university already owns
- IT compatibility with existing systems
- IT security risk assessment
- Digital accessibility
- Support level provided by vendor and USD
Click the Software Request button on this page to submit a request.
Benefits
When should you submit a new request?
- Introduction of new software on campus
- Introduction of new add-on or integration to existing software on campus
- Expanded use (e.g., licensed for single department and now expanding to campus wide or multiple departments)
- Change in features (e.g., new features that change the scope to include new integrations or loading user data that wasn't previously loaded)
By reviewing your software request USD will identify:
- Existing standard software the university already has that performs the same or similar function to the requested software
- Integration required and compatibility with existing systems, such as D2L, Office 365, Banner, or single sign on using your USD login
- Data security concerns on how the vendor handles our data
- Digital accessibility issues
- Support levels expected from the vendor or required by USD
Target Completion Date
15 business days
Available To
Faculty and staff
Cost
There is no cost for this service
Policies
Terms of Use
Information Security Responsibilities