This session examines the full range of costs associated with institutional AI adoption. It addresses both direct expenses such as licensing fees, and the less visible resource commitments required, including time, staffing, and organizational culture. The session also highlights challenges related to a rapidly evolving vendor landscape, where AI features are released faster than governance structures can adapt. A framework will be presented to help institutions understand and plan for the financial and organizational requirements needed before scaling AI use.

This session is intended for presidents, CFOs, CIOs, budget officers, procurement leads, and compliance officers who oversee institutional resources and risk.

Speakers:

• Dr. Audrey Ellis, Founder & Principal, T3 Advisory
• Norman Palmer, Director of Technology & Innovation, Complete College America