A Model for Partnership Success

Strategic roles for better collaboration with SCS Computing Facilities

Setting clear expectations, defining roles, expanding privileges and clarifying responsibilities helps us create a repeatable and scalable model for effective partnership.

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Embedded Administrator

This role is partially embedded within SCSCF, concentrating on department or lab infrastructure. Enables a shared approach to service delivery and cross training to provide faster response times.

Authorized Administrator

This role emphasizes autonomy and trust with individuals working with us, independent of SCSCF supervision. Provides elevated privileges (where appropriate) for trusted IT staff in SCS Departments and Labs

Strategic Partner

This roles supports partnerships with service owners and technical teams outside of SCS Computing to address technology needs that we do not provide directly. Enhances SCS's capabilities by delegating responsibility to trusted experts.

SCS Computing Facilities is dedicated to delivering exceptional technology services that empower the SCS community to excel in research, education and administration. We strive to be trusted partners and advisors.

Learn more at computing.cs.cmu.edu/mission.

Sections

Sponsored Team Member
Embedded Administrator
Authorized Administrator
Strategic Partner

At a Glance: Role Comparison

✅ Mirrors SCSCF 🔵 Custom 🟠 Scoped to Department/Lab 🟣 Scoped to SCSCF-managed ❌ Not Included

Roles	Enhanced Privileges	Machine Room Access	Absence Coverage	Equipment & Resources	Training	Service Responsibility	Reporting
Sponsored Team Member	✅ SCSCF and departmental equipment/services	✅ Same access as SCSCF staff members	✅ Reciprocal coverage	✅ Equipment and resources provided by SCSCF	✅ Access to same training an as SCSCF staff member	✅ Liaison for sponsoring department/lab, supporting all SCSCF-managed equipment and services	✅ SCSCF
Embedded Administrator	🔵 Sponsoring department or lab specified equipment/services	✅ Same access as SCSCF staff members	✅ Reciprocal coverage	✅ Equipment and resources provided by SCSCF	✅ Access to same training an as SCSCF staff member	🔵 Supports department equipment; will at times assist with SCSCF-managed equipment and services	✅ SCSCF
Authorized Administrator	🔵 Sponsoring department or lab specified equipment/services	🔵 Supervised entry, unsupervised access	🔵 Reciprocal coverage for SCSCF-managed equipment and services	❌ Equipment and resources provided by group, department, or lab	🟠 Departmental Training	❌ Supports specified departmental equipment and services	🟠 Department or lab
Strategic Partner	🟠 Dependent on designated responsibilities	✅ Same access as SCSCF staff members	🔵 Reciprocal coverage for SCSCF-managed equipment and services	❌ Equipment and resources provided by group, department, or lab	✅ Access to same training an as SCSCF staff member	🟣 Supports specified SCSCF-managed equipment and services	❌ Group, department, lab or organization. Includes regular check-ins with supervisors

Let's talk

These roles are designed to address the needs and patterns we have observed over the last 20+ years. We're happy to answer questions about how these solutions can support your needs and help you find the right fit for your future objectives.

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