The purpose of Computer Equipment, Software and Services (CESS) approval is to review qualifying IT projects for risk assessment and compliance with Board of Regents policy. Items that are considered qualifying IT projects include hardware purchases, software licensing, third-party hosting, IT consulting services and more.
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The purpose of Computer Equipment, Software and Services (CESS) approval is to review qualifying IT projects for risk assessment and compliance with Board of Regents policy. Items that are considered qualifying IT projects include hardware purchases, software licensing, third-party hosting, IT consulting services and more.
This article details the steps for submitting a request for Computer Equipment, Software and Services approval before purchasing, and how to check the status of your request.
Frequently Asked Questions about the CESS process