1.2. Development of Technology | |
1.2.1 | The institution has a documented technology plan that includes cybersecurity measures (eg password protection, encryption, secure online or supervised exams, server, and technology security, etc.) of all technological infrastructure, service and corporate communication tools and e-environments to ensure quality in accordance with identified accreditation standards and legal requirements. |
1.2.2 | A central information technologies office provides support for the establishment of a hybrid and online education infrastructure, and its continuous development and maintenance according to new technological developments. |
1.2.3 | Enterprise technologies, appropriate power protection, backup solutions, disaster recovery plans, crisis management, etc. are managed in accordance with established data management practices such as Information Technology Service Management Standards (BTHYS). |
1.2.4 | The institution has established an emergency plan for the continuation of data centers and support services for long-term service interruptions or extraordinary situations. |
1.2.5 | The hybrid and online technologies (LMS, CMS, Video Conferencing, etc.) employed by the university are considered as a critical business system, supported, and continuously developed. |
1.2.6 | Faculty, staff, and students are trained and supported in the development and use of new technologies and skills. |