Southern African Association for Institutional Research
The DISCO framework highlights the importance of promoting a data-driven culture where analytics and evidence inform decision-making across the sector. It emphasises impact and sustainability by designing initiatives that deliver measurable, long-term value, ensuring relevance beyond short-term cycles.
The theme also focuses on strategy and policy influence, encouraging active participation in shaping institutional strategies and contributing to national and regional policy discussions. Capacity and professional development are key, with targeted initiatives designed to strengthen expertise and leadership, while exploring opportunities for formal qualifications.
Lastly, optimisation and innovation are central, leveraging Artificial Intelligence, digital literacy, and emerging technologies to foster innovation and improve higher education systems
