Procurement and Use of Products 

All online products must be reviewed for compliance with LSUE's required accessibility standards. Software acquisition and use is governed by LSUE PS135: Review and Approval for Acquisition of Software and Services and by LSUE PS121: Acceptable Use for Information Technology Systems.  

Software Acquisition Process 

In an effort to provide continuous improvement and a high quality of services regarding all of LSUE’s software acquisition needs, the Office of Information Technology Services in collaboration with the Digital Accessibility Committee, IT Governance Council, and Procurement use a streamlined software acquisition process. 

Information security, protection of university data, and ensuring LSUE is using software products that meet accessibility standards are the fundamental drivers for review of software acquisitions.  An additional benefit of the review is to ensure that LSUE funds are used efficiently, and duplication of software purchases are reduced where possible.    

The managing unit is responsible for submitting the product via the Employee Acquisition of Software and Services Request Form for review and ensuring compliance upon implementation. Units interested in purchasing a product must begin the process with the Office of Information Technology. If a unit is utilizing a free online product, the product still must be reviewed for accessibility compliance. 

Software Acquisition Request Form

  Employee acquisition of software and services request form