About
The Transformation Realization Office (TRO) provides a Framework for Tarleton to:
- Prioritize resources on the delivery of high-priority, transformational initiatives that align with the strategic priorities of the University;
- Execute complex initiatives with the right resources, funding, and priorities to accelerate value to our stakeholders; and
- Analyze our core processes and identify opportunities for improvement, automation, and scalability to grow with Tarleton.
Framework for Change Initiatives
The Transformation Realization Office provides a framework to plan and execute transformational change initiatives with transparency for Executive Sponsors and the Cabinet; identify and escalate risks before they become issues; and provide a consistent, integrated approach to delivery that is defined, repeatable, and monitored. One of the key deliverables for the project is a workplan that includes change management activities to engage stakeholders, promote awareness of the changes, and ensure training.
Key Documents and Activities for New Projects
SECURITY
The HECVAT is a Security Assessment that is requested from all vendors that provide software or technology to Tarleton.
https://www.ren-isac.net/hecvat/cbi.html
ACCESSIBILITY
The VPAT is a statement of compliance with state and federal accessibility requirements.
For more information about the VPAT https://www.section508.gov/sell/vpat/
Tx-RAMP Certification
The State of Texas requires all vendors with hosted software to certify that the products and services meet minimum requirements for cloud computing. There is a Tx-RAMP and also a Fed-RAMP certification process. Please coordinate with Tarleton Information Security.
Framework for Process Improvement
The Transformation Realization Office provides a framework for documenting processes in an inventory, identifying process owners and data owners, and documenting process mapping for future automation and process improvement.
Contact Us
Jo Ann Kern, MeD, PMP – Director, Transformation Realization Office
Justin Carrell, EdD – Director, Continuous Improvement
Marenda Horton, MBA – Project Manager, Transformation Realization Office
Clint Jones, MDiv – Project Coordinator, Transformation Realization Office