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In Information Systems & Technology (IST) we strive to provide effective information systems, technology and services in support of learning, teaching, research and administrative needs.

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  1. Aug. 16, 2019Updated University web search now live – August 16
    What is happening? The University web search tool has been updated and is now live. There are some known temporary issues:
    • Search results may be incomplete until all data has been indexed.
    • Only web search has been enabled; People search is not available at this time.
     
    The Web Development team will be working continually over the next several weeks to add more features to search. Also, look out soon for more information on how to optimize website content for improved search results.
     
    Questions or concerns? Please contact the IST Service Desk,helpdesk@uwaterloo.ca or ext. 44357.
  2. Aug. 15, 2019Website for Office 365 Employee Email Investigation now live - August 15
    What is happening? Information Systems & Technology (IST) has launched a website for the Office 365 Employee Email Investigation (see initial announcement below). The new site will offer University employees a central hub for information and resources related to the possible migration of employee email from our on-premise solution to the cloud-based Office 365 environment.
     
    Visit the site to explore the frequently asked questions, review the Information Risk Assessment materials, and most importantly, submit any comments, questions or feedback you may have regarding this work.
     
    What’s next? Broader campus consultations on this potential change, including in-person and online opportunities for feedback and questions, will be scheduled during the fall 2019 term. Additional communications will be shared once the details are finalized.
     
    Visit the Office 365 Employee Email Investigation website at https://uwaterloo.ca/office-365-employee-email.
     
    Questions or concerns? Please submit using the feedback form, https://uwaterloo.ca/office-365-employee-email/office-365-employee-email-feedback-form. You are also welcome to contact the Chief Information Officer (CIO) directly, bruce.campbell@uwaterloo.ca.
     
  3. Aug. 15, 2019Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and license server restart - August 17
    What is happening? Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and license servers will be restarted to apply security patches to RDS VDI servers. 
     
    When is this happening? Saturday, August 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  
     
    What is the impact? The remote apps such as ArcGIS, SAS, Quest will not be available during the maintenance window.
     
    Questions or concerns? Please contact Hong Zheng, h2zheng@uwaterloo.ca.
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