Podcast explores future of EdTech with Transact’s Product Development lead
Summary
In a recent episode of the Higher Ed Geek Podcast, host Dustin Ramsdell spoke with Taran Lent, SVP of Product Development and Technology at Transact. The transition to cloud-based solutions, the increasing role of user experience in product development, and the emerging trends shaping the industry are just a few of the topics covered. To truly embrace mobile-first principles, universities need to ensure that applications function seamlessly on smaller screens, making interactions as efficient as possible. Instead of viewing AI as a disruptive force, he suggestes that institutions should explore how it can reduce inefficiencies and free up resources for more strategic initiatives. • Cloud adoption: As discussed earlier, the migration to cloud-based solutions is a long-term shift that will continue to drive change in higher ed.