Summary

I joined Louisiana State University, Salesforce, and Cloud for Good in this webinar to discuss what it takes to successfully migrate from the Education Data Architecture (EDA) to Education Cloud.

As institutions move toward Salesforce’s unified, AI-driven platform, the key question is not just how to migrate but when. Together with LSU’s leadership and Salesforce industry experts, we shared perspectives on planning, strategy, and lessons learned from real-world transitions.

Main Takeaways

Timing matters. Knowing when to make the shift to Education Cloud is as important as how you do it.
Strategy before execution. Aligning stakeholders and clarifying outcomes upfront ensures a smoother migration.
AI-driven future. Education Cloud unlocks new capabilities, but only if institutions pair technology adoption with governance and process clarity.
Client perspective. LSU provided an inside look at the real institutional considerations, challenges, and wins.

Featured Speakers

Tom Bueno – Associate Director of Enterprise Management, LSU Online & Continuing Education
Prasanth Bethala – Salesforce Technical Architect, LSU Online & Continuing Education
Charles Ackerman – Account Director, Cloud for Good
Corey Rittvo – Senior Director, Industry Solutions, Salesforce

Resources / Links

Full webinar: Watch on Salesforce

Reflection

This webinar highlighted something I often see across higher ed technology transformations: the migration is less about technology and more about clarity. Institutions that succeed approach the shift as an organizational strategy project, not just a technical one. By naming timing, aligning on process, and putting value at the center, they unlock the promise of Salesforce Education Cloud as more than just a platform upgrade — it becomes a foundation for institutional transformation.