Connected Campus Spotlight: Bob Zapotocky, AT&T

Higher education institutions need a Smart Campus strategy that supports new technologies such as mobile applications, next-generation platforms, the latest in developments in Wi-Fi connectivity and even artificial intelligence to ensure seamless engagement and accessibility for all. Fierce Education's Head of Content Elliot Markowitz recently spoke with Bob Zapotocky, Senior Principal Architect, Public Sector, AT&T, regarding the challenges and needs facing universities and colleges as bandwidth and connectivity become even more critical for students, faculty, and administrators.

AT&T is also a sponsor of Fierce Education’s Connected Campus virtual event on August 31. Register here to attend.

Zapotocky addressed:

  1. How the past year accelerated the need for universities and colleges to ensure students and faculty are connected more easily.
  2. The biggest challenges in ensuring a “connected campus” environment.
  3. How AT&T has worked with higher education institutions to better create more secure connectivity and accessibility.
  4. What we can expect to see from AT&T moving forward in working with higher education institutions