Overview

Missouri S&T Information Technology is developing standardized technology patterns across instructional and collaborative spaces. These patterns define consistent configurations for classrooms, conference rooms, and digital signage to ensure reliable, user-friendly, and supportable technology experiences. 

By reducing variability in room technology, this initiative enables a more seamless experience for faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors, simplified training, and faster support. 

Why This Matters

  • Enhanced Teaching & Collaboration - Reliable technology minimizes disruptions
  • Consistency Across Campus - Users encounter the same experience regardless of location
  • Scalable Growth - New rooms can be deployed faster using defined standards
  • Improved Support Efficiency - Standardized systems reduce troubleshooting time

Classrooms
Standardized instructional spaces designed to support teaching and learning with consistent control systems, display technology, and instructor workflows. 

Conference Rooms
Unified collaboration spaces supporting platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom, with consistent layouts and device configurations. Current conference room usage already utilizes conferencing tools like cameras, microphones, and display access.

Digital Signage
Campus-wide digital displays used for communication, announcements, and emergency alerts, with centralized management and consistent branding. 

A technology pattern is a repeatable, documented design standard that defines how a space is built and supported. Each pattern includes: 

  • Hardware standards (displays, AV equipment, compute devices) 
  • User interaction model 
  • Naming conventions and asset management 
  • Support and maintenance procedures 

Patterns ensure that every space of a given type functions the same way, regardless of building or department. 

  1. User Experience 
    • Simple, intuitive room controls 
    • Minimal training required 
    • Consistent workflows (start meeting, present, connect device)
  2. Technology Stack 
    • Approved hardware and configurations 
    • Standardized conferencing platform 
    • Secure and managed systems
  3. Support Model 
    • Faster issue resolution 
    • Reduced complexity 
    • Centralized monitoring and management 
  4. Lifecycle Management
    • Defined refresh cycles 
    • Predictable budgeting 
    • Sustainable technology planning 
  • Assessment of Existing Spaces
  • Development of Standard Patterns
  • Pilot Deployments in Select Locations
  • Phased Rollout Across Campus
  • Continuous Improvement Based on Feedback

Current Status (May 2026)

  • Classroom: Pilot deployments underway in Toomy 260
  • Conference room: Pilot deployment completed in Protoplex and Centennial 101
  • Digital Signage: Pilot deployment using mobile signage underway, Pilot deployment completed in Protoplex

If you encounter any issues during this process, please submit a ticket to our IT support team at help.mst.edu