Charting the push to simplify work at Stanford

Former President Richard Saller and former Provost John Etchemendy discuss how the effort to fix cumbersome processes and frustrating policies at Stanford is taking shape – including some initial successes.

Enhancements simplify logistics for research and teaching-related travel

New processes and tools are making tasks like booking and reimbursement easier for Stanford travelers. Feedback from users drove many of the changes.

Three simplification projects target research support

A multi-year, university-wide effort aims to streamline research administration, with the goal of creating a more efficient engine of innovation.