- The University of Melbourne partners with Rimini Street to enhance digital innovation and reduce Oracle systems risk.
- Rimini Street's offerings allow the University to redirect resources towards strategic IT initiatives enhancing student experiences.
- This collaboration aims to improve system support, eliminate costly upgrades, and maintain security without disruption.
The University of Melbourne, one of Australia's premier higher learning institutes, has chosen Rimini Street, Inc. (RMNI, Financial) to provide enhanced support for its Oracle systems. This strategic decision aims to reallocate IT resources towards projects improving student experiences while mitigating the risks associated with frequent system upgrades.
By implementing Rimini Support™, Rimini Protect™, and Rimini Connect™, the University seeks to eliminate costly and frequent upgrades, obtaining more flexibility for innovation around its Oracle Database, EBS, and Hyperion systems. This move aligns with the University's long-term strategy to deliver exceptional academic and administrative experiences for its 55,000 students and 10,000 staff members. Daniel Buttigieg, director of enterprise technology at the University, emphasizes that the partnership allows for significant cost savings, which can be reinvested in new digital solutions and online access enhancements.
Prior to this collaboration, the University faced challenges with vendor support from Oracle, leading to delays in resolving system issues. With Rimini Street, these concerns are alleviated as the new support model promises a more responsive and customized service without the pressure of keeping up with Oracle's upgrade schedule. Rimini Street’s solutions not only ensure the continuous operation of the University's core systems but also offer upgraded security features through Rimini Connect™, maintaining compatibility with email servers and bolstering protection against vulnerabilities.
This innovative IT strategy underscores the University of Melbourne’s commitment to modernization and academic excellence by utilizing smarter resource allocation and fostering an environment ripe for digital growth and innovation.
