Boldyn Networks Expands Higher Ed Footprint with 20 New Campus IT Deals
Event summary
- Boldyn Networks secured 20 new and expanded agreements with U.S. colleges and universities as of September 28, 2026.
- Deals include residential network services (ResNet), managed campus connectivity, IT services, and security assessments.
- Partnerships span community colleges, private universities, and large public universities.
- Matt Loecke, SVP Higher Education at Boldyn Networks US, cited growing demand for IT efficiency and student experience enhancements.
The big picture
Higher education institutions are increasingly outsourcing IT operations to manage complexity and meet student expectations. Boldyn's deals reflect a broader trend of campuses prioritizing seamless digital experiences, particularly in residential settings. The scale of these partnerships suggests a growing reliance on third-party providers for network and IT infrastructure.
What we're watching
- Market Penetration
- Whether Boldyn can sustain this pace of higher education contract wins amid budget constraints at institutions.
- Service Diversification
- How the expansion into managed IT and security services affects Boldyn's revenue mix and margins.
- Competitive Dynamics
- The pace at which competitors like Cisco or Aruba respond with similar higher education-focused offerings.
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