A Model for Partnership Success

Strategic roles for better collaboration with Griffin School Computing

Setting clear expectations, defining roles, expanding privileges and clarifying responsibilities helps us create a repeatable and scalable model for effective partnership.

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Embedded Administrator

This role is partially embedded within Griffin School Computing, concentrating on department or lab infrastructure. Enables a shared approach to service delivery and cross training to provide faster response times.

Authorized Administrator

This role emphasizes autonomy and trust with individuals working with us, independent of Griffin School Computing supervision. Provides elevated privileges (where appropriate) for trusted IT staff in Griffin School Departments and Labs

Strategic Partner

This role supports partnerships with service owners and technical teams outside of Griffin School Computing to address technology needs that we do not provide directly. Enhances the Griffin School's capabilities by delegating responsibility to trusted experts.

Griffin School Computing is dedicated to delivering exceptional technology services that empower the SCS community to excel in research, education and administration. We strive to be trusted partners and advisors.

Learn more at computing.cs.cmu.edu/mission.

Sections

Sponsored Team Member
Embedded Administrator
Authorized Administrator
Strategic Partner

At a Glance: Role Comparison

✅ Mirrors Griffin School Computing 🔵 Custom 🟠 Scoped to Department/Lab 🟣 Scoped to Griffin School Computing-managed ❌ Not Included

Roles	Enhanced Privileges	Data Center Access	Absence Coverage	Equipment & Resources	Training	Service Responsibility	Reporting
Sponsored Team Member	✅ Griffin School Computing and departmental equipment/services	✅ Same access as Griffin School Computing staff members	✅ Reciprocal coverage	✅ Equipment and resources provided by Griffin School Computing	✅ Access to same training as a Griffin School Computing staff member	✅ Liaison for sponsoring department/lab, supporting all Griffin School Computing-managed equipment and services	✅ Griffin School Computing
Embedded Administrator	🔵 Sponsoring department or lab specified equipment/services	✅ Same access as Griffin School Computing staff members	✅ Reciprocal coverage	✅ Equipment and resources provided by Griffin School Computing	✅ Access to same training as an Griffin School Computing staff member	🔵 Supports department equipment; will at times assist with Griffin School Computing-managed equipment and services	✅ Griffin School Computing
Authorized Administrator	🔵 Sponsoring department or lab specified equipment/services	🔵 Supervised entry, unsupervised access	🔵 Reciprocal coverage for Griffin School Computing-managed equipment and services	❌ Equipment and resources provided by group, department, or lab	🟠 Departmental Training	❌ Supports specified departmental equipment and services	🟠 Department or lab
Strategic Partner	🟠 Dependent on designated responsibilities	✅ Same access as Griffin School Computing staff members	🔵 Reciprocal coverage for Griffin School Computing-managed equipment and services	❌ Equipment and resources provided by group, department, or lab	✅ Access to same training as an Griffin School Computing staff member	🟣 Supports specified Griffin School Computing-managed equipment and services	❌ Group, department, lab or organization. Includes regular check-ins with supervisors

Let's talk

These roles are designed to address the needs and patterns we have observed over the last 20+ years. We're happy to answer questions about how these solutions can support your needs and help you find the right fit for your future objectives.

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