Understanding Higher Education Reference Models (HERM)

About the Event

Join us for an insightful session designed specifically for UCISA corporate members, where we introduce the Higher Education Reference Models (HERM)—a powerful framework developed to support digital transformation, strategic planning, and enterprise architecture across the UK higher education sector.

The session will explore how HERM provides a common language and structured approach to understanding institutional capabilities, processes, and data.  You'll learn how these models are being used by the HE sector - nationally and internationally - to align technology solutions with institutional goals, enhance collaboration between suppliers and universities, and streamline procurement and implementation processes.

Through some real-world examples and practical guidance, we’ll demonstrate how corporate members can:

• use the business, data, technology and application reference models to better understand the operational and strategic landscape of universities,
• map their products and services to institutional needs and capabilities, and
• support more meaningful engagement with universities.

Whether you are new to HERM or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to engage more effectively with the sector and contribute to its digital evolution.

Who Should Attend
Account managers, business development professionals, solution architects, and anyone working with or within the UK higher education sector.