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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Computer Equipment, Software and Services (CESS) Process

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.

How to submit and check the status of CESS requests

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.

CESS FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about the CESS process