Unity Creates Stability: Why Industry Collaboration Is the Real Competitive Advantage
After attending FETC in January, one theme stuck with me long after the conference halls cleared out: competition in this industry is everywhere, and that’s not a bad thing. Anyone who’s spent time in the EdTech or K-12 services space knows the reality. Districts move. Relationships evolve. One year you’re the primary partner, the next […]
From the Front Lines to the Feed: How Educators and District Leaders Are Shaping the Future of EdTech Through Social Media
If you told someone five years ago that superintendents would be publicly reviewing partners on LinkedIn, or that CTOs would be posting weekly insights from the trenches, they probably wouldn’t have believed you. Today, it’s happening…and it’s changing how the entire EdTech industry listens. Educators and district leaders are increasingly taking to social media to […]
Why AI Policy Matters More Than AI Tools in K–12
Artificial intelligence is rapidly making its way into K–12 classrooms. From lesson planning and tutoring tools to administrative automation, AI-powered platforms promise efficiency, personalization, and innovation. However, as districts rush to adopt these tools, an important reality is often overlooked: AI tools are only as safe and effective as the policies that govern them. We […]
End-of-Life Doesn’t Mean End-of-Value
At some point, every device reaches the end of its useful life for you. That doesn’t mean it has reached the end of its value. In fact, for schools, enterprises, and organizations managing fleets of devices, end-of-life is often the most misunderstood and most expensive phase of the asset lifecycle. Let’s talk about how to […]
The Warranty Trap: How Non-Underwritten Plans Leave Schools Unprotected
In today’s K–12 environment, device warranties aren’t just a “nice to have.” They’re the safety net that keeps districts operational, budgets predictable, and classrooms running smoothly. But while the demand for Chromebook, iPad, and MacBook protection has grown, so has the number of fly-by-night warranty providers offering plans that look attractive on the surface… yet […]
Recharge, Refresh, Return: Your Winter Break Device Prep Playbook
Winter break isn’t just a pause in the academic calendar… it’s the perfect window for giving your student devices the refresh they desperately need. With hundreds (or thousands) of Chromebooks, iPads, MacBooks, or shared classroom devices in circulation, small issues compound fast. A proactive mid-year tune-up can dramatically reduce second-semester tech headaches, extend device lifespan, […]
From Zoom to Room: How In-Person Meetings Close Deals — and Where to Find Us in 2026
Remember when partnerships started with a conversation, a whiteboard, and a handshake? Good news: we’re back. The EdTech world is rediscovering what schools have always known: trust travels better in person. Yes, we still love a good video call. But the best solutions are built across a table, not across a laggy connection.
As we ramp up our end-of-year travel plan and kick off 2026, we’re leaning into face-to-face time. Listening to your challenges, mapping real workflows, and leaving you with a plan you can act on Monday morning.
From Classroom to Community: Investing in Local Schools, One Solution at a Time
If you’ve worked in K-12 technology for more than five minutes, you know two truths: 1) “urgent” tickets arrive at 4:59 p.m., and 2) the internet works perfectly…. until it doesn’t. We love supporting districts across the country, but our purpose starts closer to home: right here with Kansas and Missouri schools. These are our neighbors, our kids’ classrooms, our Friday night lights. When local districts win, the whole community gets better.
The Rise of Self-Service Repairs in Schools
Across the country, more school districts are shifting their approach to device repairs. Instead of sending broken iPads, MacBooks, and Chromebooks out to third-party providers, many are bringing those repairs in-house. Why? Cost savings and speed. Why Districts Are Taking Repairs Into Their Own Hands When districts leverage their own IT staff, or even integrate […]
Cheaper Isn’t Always Better: A Tale as Old as Time
In every industry, there’s always someone who will promise to do it cheaper. On the surface, that sounds like a win for the customer, I mean, who doesn’t want to stretch their budget further? But if you take a closer look, the real question isn’t “how much does it cost?” but rather “what am I […]