Request Projects
Partnering to Shape Technology Priorities
Transforming ideas into solutions that advance Northeastern’s mission.
IT Services and university leadership welcome innovative ideas from across the university community. Whether proposing infrastructure modernization, enhancements to existing systems, or new digital experiences, this collaborative approach ensures technology investments deliver meaningful impact across all global campuses.
The streamlined request form simplifies the submission and evaluation process while capturing essential project details—including strategic alignment, anticipated benefits, and implementation feasibility. This transparency enables IT Governance to make informed decisions about which initiatives will create lasting value for students, faculty, and staff.
Through thoughtful planning and cross-departmental partnership, the process identifies and resources technology solutions that matter most. Each carefully evaluated project moves Northeastern closer to its global strategic vision.
What makes a successful submission
IT Governance uses three key criteria to assess new projects and enhancements. Requests that demonstrate clear strategic value, measurable outcomes, and strong business justification can move forward more quickly and are more likely to succeed. Additionally, potential challenges can be identified and addressed early in the process.
Strategic alignment
Driving the university’s mission and academic priorities forward
Measurable impact
The potential outcome on the university community
Feasibility and resourcing
The requirements for successful delivery
Have an idea for a technology project?
Northeastern community members can propose requests for IT projects and enhancements.
What to prepare
Start by aligning with executive leadership and gathering key information about your project’s goals and expected outcomes. Before starting the submission form, prepare all the necessary pieces to ensure appropriate strategic alignment and resource commitment from the start.
Project overview and executive sponsorship
Align with a VP sponsor on the project description and objectives.
Current state analysis
Outline the challenges that currently exist and how your project will address them.
Clear success metrics
Define what achievement looks like with measurable goals.
Key target dates
List milestones and dependencies to be achieved along the way.
Resource requirements and constraints
Identify critical business resources, budget, and other limitations.
Technology Project Intake Process
All technology project requests undergo thorough screening and evaluation by IT Governance leadership.
Ready to partner on a technology initiative?
Together, let’s build a solution for the community. Submit your request with relevant information to begin the screening and evaluation.