Action Item 9:3 In collaboration with colleges and departments, a University-wide best practice based standard for lifecycle replacement of IT components (e.g., servers, personal computing devices) should be implemented and an evaluation of programs along with current funding policies should be accomplished to confirm sufficient lifecycle replacement occurs. Whilethecomplexitylevelofsoftware,hardware,andothertechnologybasedservicesmayvary,allUKemployees who conduct work using such items should have fundamental, dependable, and innovative technology that is effective. This technology should be able to run current software and have the newest operating systems and applications in place to ensure the device is secure and functions efficiently. Technologies that are outdated can reduce the functional efficacy of the technology and may threaten the integrity and security of the University. In addition, outdated technologies are inefficient, in terms of the increased staff support required to function. Action Item 9.4 When new IT systems and/or services are deployed, an analysis should be conducted to assure sufficient funding is appropriated to not only provide for initial implementation, but also to ensure that ongoing costs are addressed, that any lifecycle replacement of equipment/infrastructure is accounted for, and other costs are identified. UK community members who propose and/or mandate enterprise systems should be required to complete such analyses. In addition, IT staff developing/deploying systems or technology services should perform similar analyses. Oftentimes, an evaluation of all aspects including the cost of acquiring, supporting, utilizing, and eventually disposing of technologies (i.e., Total Cost of Ownership, Return on Investment) is not completed. Technologies must be deployed in a timely manner, but we must balance the need for timely implementation and solutions with long-term implications. IT Strategic Plan | 40