NetSupport launches comprehensive School Digital Strategy Guide to help educators navigate AI and EdTech
As educational technology becomes more central to the classroom than ever before, NetSupport has officially launched its new School Digital Strategy Guide. Co-authored by Al Kingsley, Mark Anderson, and Liz Bury, the guide is designed to help schools move beyond simply owning technology to using it effectively.
It provides a roadmap for sustainable, long-term digital planning. The guide comes at a critical time as schools grapple with the rapid emergence of AI tools alongside traditional EdTech.
Why a digital strategy matters
With school budgets under constant pressure, the guide emphasises that technology is “too important and expensive to leave to chance.” It focuses on three core pillars:
- Understanding what EdTech the school currently has.
- Analysing how it is being used.
- Identifying how to use it more effectively to improve teaching, learning, and operational efficiency.
Actionable insights for school leaders
The guide doesn’t just discuss theory; it provides actionable points aligned with government standards, including:
- Leadership roles: The importance of designating a senior leader to oversee digital strategy.
- Asset management: Maintaining accurate inventory records to avoid unnecessary expenditure (supported by tools like classroom.cloud and NetSupport DNA).
- Cybersecurity: Prioritising robust measures to protect against increasing digital threats.
- Professional development: Ensuring staff have the digital skills to integrate new tools into the curriculum effectively.