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Higher Ed Market Data Student Information Systems

Breaking the Mold: A Fresh Perspective on Forecasting Technology Implementation Trends

We all love making predictions. They help us deal with uncertainty, which has undoubtedly come into sharp focus over the past year. The issue with forecasting, however, is that they are often wrong—some spectacularly so. And those involving higher education technology are no exception: just remember those projections about the supposed disruptive power of massive ... Read More

Higher Ed Institution Data K-12

RFPs Trends and Updates – December 2023

The ListEdTech team has been tracking RFP data for just over three years now (you can read previous posts on our website). During this time, we learned how much value RFPs bring to institutions looking to replace one of their edtech solutions. In addition to giving insights on upcoming popular product categories, past RFPs can ... Read More

Higher Ed Learning Management Systems Market Data

When Do Leaders Retire Their Existing LMS?

Those interested in education technology often want to get insight into when institutional leaders are likely to replace their technological solutions to make better predictions about future trends, or inform sales and marketing efforts. The most common approach to gain this understanding is to look at the average time between acquisitions and retirements of products ... Read More

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Product Category Reports: Unleashing the Growth Potential

Like many Americans and Canadians, we celebrated in the past week with family and friends. These celebrations didn’t stop us from continuing to work on our product category reports. Even though we announced that our reports are now available for purchase in May, we never took the time to explain the information in these reports. ... Read More

ListEdTech Market Data

Does First-Mover Advantage Apply to EdTech Markets?

Timing is crucial if a company wants to set its solution as the leader in one product category. “Being the first in the market means that you can set the standards for the industry [and] establish a dominant market share. This head start could make it much harder for future competitors to catch up.” (source) In ... Read More

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Why Accurate Institution Data Matters

In the ever-evolving world of education, staying current isn’t just an advantage—it’s a necessity. A yearly validation of institutions plays a vital role in ensuring the integrity of institutional data across the globe. Here’s how it works, why it matters, and what makes it more complex than it might first appear. The Goal Our core aim ... Read More

Artificial Intelligence Learning Management Systems

Blackboard, D2L, Instructure: the Future of AI in LMS

Last month, Anthology, D2L, and Instructure used their annual conferences to outline upcoming product roadmaps and long-term strategies. Moodle will do the same at its own event in September. Together, these gatherings highlight where the LMS market is headed. What stands out isn’t just the new features being announced, but the bigger bets each vendor ... Read More

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When Institutions Merge, Systems Collide

Institutional mergers are often presented as opportunities for growth — stronger financial stability, expanded academic offerings, and a broader institutional footprint. However, beyond the public announcements, one of the most significant challenges lies in the integration of technology systems. Decisions about which platforms to retain have long-term implications for efficiency, user experience, and operational costs. ... Read More