Managed NextGen Education IT Services
Helping Schools Meet Educational Standards
Major changes in education continue to shape and influence how students access and consume information. With the rise of online and hybrid schooling, education institutions need to be prepared for any threats that may inhibit their students’ ability to learn, no matter where they are learning from.
Thrive’s team of dedicated education experts are there to help ensure schools have 24x7x365 access to everything from security to end user support, to foster an environment conducive to learning.
Driving Better Business Outcomes
“Unlike other cloud and third-party providers that offer temporary fixes, Thrive provides a long-term solution, enabling our company to evolve and access resources and support as needed.”
Roosevelt McCullough
Database Administrator
CBT Technical Institute
Ahead of the Curve in the Fast-Moving World of Education
Thrive understands the evolving needs of students, educators,
and parents. Schools may be large enterprises, but they essentially function as a small business. Our goal is to make sure the right tools and processes are in place so all parties involved are set up to succeed.
While many schools will keep traditional learning methods in place, hybrid and remote learning will continue to be a major part of the future. Ensuring your students and faculty’s sensitive information is protected should be at the top of your back-to-school to-do list.
We take the steps to equip schools with the latest technology, software, and training, acting as collaborators capable of adding value to your IT department, without stretching already tight school district budgets.
K-12
INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS
HIGHER EDUCATION
TRADE SCHOOLS
Cloud for Education
Thrive builds tailored Cloud infrastructures for educational institutions, knowing there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all solution. Thrive’s customizable Cloud solutions control costs and provides flexibility, allowing seamless and secure application access from anywhere.
Thrive meets the needs of educational institutions utilizing a broad array of products, from Microsoft Office to Google for Education and beyond, to ensure everyone has access to a Cloud solution that matches operational and budget requirements.
Cybersecurity for Education
Security issues pose risks for administrators, faculty, and students. Thrive’s cybersecurity services provide real-time updates so you can stay ahead of threats before they happen.
We take a multi-layered approach to secure an institution from the threats of today, preventing breaches and data threats through managed endpoint security, mail filtering, DNS filtering, and other targeted offerings.
Procurement and Product Management
Students deserve access to computing devices at school and at home and teachers can only provide the best possible learning experience when the right technologies are available to all. Thrive ensures educational organizations have a technological advantage by procuring hardware, software, and the necessary equipment that will ensure technology is never creating a roadblock.
We have the expertise to set up the procurement processes and manage one-to-one programs for schools, providing smooth rollouts and support by tying equipment purchases back to the local mobile device management system.
Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service for Education
Establishing a disaster recovery plan allows schools to access important records and sensitive information when critical systems become unavailable. We will craft a disaster recovery plan that best matches an emergency preparedness plan while better understanding potential causes and effects of downtime.
Natural disasters, human error, and cyber attack attempts can even force the closure of schools or districts if data cannot be recovered easily. When data is backed up in a third-party cloud environment, administrators, faculty, and students will have access to applications, data, and critical resources.
Digital Transformation Offerings Include
- Deploying an Intranet for quick, cohesive internal communications
- Improving employee onboarding with automated processes, organized documentation, and training
- Integrating SharePoint, Project Sites, and Microsoft Teams for R&D, Clinical, and Operations teams
- Securing internal and external collaboration and information rights management
- Digitizing paper-based processes to ensure accurate research documentation, contracts, and patent information
- Enhancing the regulatory submission process with tools that deliver tracking, automation, and correspondence solutions
- Providing data visualizations and reporting on programs and progress using project management tools
Resources
Support your institution’s need for long-term flexibility and reliability with managed NextGen IT solutions from Thrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Thrive support IT environments for schools and universities?
Thrive provides end-to-end IT support, including infrastructure management, network optimization, help desk services, and device management. This ensures reliable, high-performing environments for both learning and administration.
What data privacy laws apply to educational institutions?
Educational institutions must comply with regulations like the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and sometimes GDPR. These laws require strict controls over how student data is collected, stored, and shared.
How can Thrive help enable remote and hybrid learning?
Thrive enables remote and hybrid learning through secure cloud platforms, collaboration tools, and optimized network infrastructure. This ensures seamless access to resources while maintaining strong security and performance.
Who does Thrive typically partner with in the education sector?
Thrive partners with K–12 school districts, private schools, colleges, and universities. We tailor our solutions to address limited IT resources, growing cybersecurity risks, and evolving technology needs.
How does Thrive protect schools from cyber threats like ransomware?
Thrive uses a multi-layered security strategy that includes endpoint protection, email security, network monitoring, and user training. We also implement backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure rapid recovery from attacks.
How does Thrive help schools maintain compliance and security standards?
Thrive supports compliance by conducting risk assessments, implementing security frameworks, and continuously monitoring systems. This helps schools maintain strong security postures while meeting regulatory requirements.
What are the benefits of outsourcing IT services for educational institutions?
Outsourcing IT services helps schools reduce operational burden and control costs while gaining access to specialized expertise. It also improves system reliability, strengthens cybersecurity, and allows staff to focus on education.
Contact Thrive Today
No matter where your institution is in its digital transformation journey, Thrive can help.
Learn how Thrive helps educational institutions like yours transform through secure cloud solutions, digital collaboration, and communication solutions.