Unlocking the Value of EdTech Investments
Make informed, mission-aligned technology decisions using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Value of Investment (VOI).
Why This Matters Now
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AI is accelerating — requiring disciplined evaluation of readiness, cost, governance, and impact.
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Cybersecurity risks are rising — demanding sustained, strategic investment.
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Technology lifecycles are complex — extending far beyond initial purchase.
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Fiscal scrutiny is intensifying — leaders must clearly articulate both cost and value.
TCO – Understand Full Lifecycle Costs
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) helps districts identify the complete lifecycle cost of technology investments—not just the purchase price. By accounting for infrastructure, support, training, maintenance, and indirect labor, leaders can make more accurate comparisons and avoid hidden expenses. TCO provides the financial foundation for sustainable decision-making.
VOI – Capture Strategic and Instructional Value
Value of Investment (VOI) moves beyond cost analysis to examine the broader impact technology has on student outcomes, operational efficiency, and strategic goals. It helps leaders articulate both measurable and qualitative benefits, strengthening board conversations and stakeholder confidence. VOI ensures investments align with mission and long-term district priorities.
ROI² – Balance Financial Return with Learning Impact
Traditional ROI focuses on dollars saved or generated. ROI² (Return on Instruction) expands that lens to include instructional impact—student growth, teacher effectiveness, engagement, and equity. This balanced perspective helps districts evaluate both financial responsibility and learning outcomes when making investment decisions.
Button: See ROI² in Action → (Coming soon)
Case Examples: See how districts apply TCO and VOI in practice
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Online Course:
IT Project Management for K-12 School System Technology Leaders
Offered in the Fall, Spring and Summer
->Project Initiation
->Scope, Schedule and Budget Plan
->Resource, Risk and Procurement
->Leadership and Quality Management
->Monitor and Control
->Success
Syllabus
Online Workshop:
Value of Investment + Value of Instruction = VOI2 in K-12 Education
Offered in the Spring
K-12 Education Technology (EdTech) investments are exponential, especially with the additional funding that has been provided through the pandemic. With millions of dollars being spent on EdTech solutions and services, the need to show Value of Investment and Value of Instruction has never been greater. Join a team of EdTech leaders that will take a deep dive into updating methods in how to capture and calculate VOI (investment and instruction), show Return on Investment (ROI), and measure Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
