Abstract:
As international partnerships grow in scope and complexity, administrative inefficiencies in agreement processing can delay valuable collaborations. This poster illustrates how the University of Tennessee’s Office of Global Research, Innovation, and Partnerships successfully implemented a workflow automation system to modernize its agreement review and approval process. The new system digitized routing, improved collaboration across siloed units, and significantly reduced turnaround time. It also enhanced data collection on partner type, region, and academic discipline, helping the institution align agreements with strategic priorities. The poster outlines key outcomes, lessons learned, and practical tools to guide other institutions in adopting similar systems. By showcasing real metrics and process improvements, this case study offers a scalable roadmap for operational efficiency and strategic decision-making in global engagement.

Learning objectives:
– Understand how workflow automation can streamline international agreement processes
– Learn implementation steps and common challenges for adopting automated systems
– Explore how data generated from automated workflows can support strategic global engagement

Target audience:
International office administrators, global partnership managers, and institutional operations staff interested in workflow optimization, data-driven strategy, and partnership management.