When institutional leaders discuss AI adoption, the conversation often starts with licensing fees. But the real story is broader: adopting AI at scale requires both visible financial investments and hidden resource commitments in time, people, and culture. Our research found that institutions must also navigate a rapidly expanding vendor market, with AI features rolling out faster than governance can address. This session provides a clear framework for understanding the full spectrum of costs, real and hidden, and the governance foundations that must be in place before scaling. This session is designed for CFOs, CIOs, budget officers, procurement leads, and compliance officers who control resources and risk.

Speakers:
Dr. Audrey Ellis, Founder & Principal, T3 Advisory

Norman Palmer, Director of Technology & Innovation, Complete College America

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