On 10/14/2010 I was able to attend a virtual session of the Educause conference.  It was very enlightening.  Here are some notes I jotted down from the event:

• Look into some open source packages.
• Look for the "strategic goals" then seek out solutions.
• Don't recommend "drafting" behind "big rigs" (big universities) that are using certain open source software.  If anything get on the "road" yourself and find ways to assist/collaborate with the efforts.
• Not choosing open source over proprietary software.  You have to evaluate the need and go with the best option.
• One person said he doesn't let "sunken cost" drive why to stick with a certain solution.
• Need to find communities where people are doing the same thing.  There is a trust factor.
• "Park your ego at the door and bring your brain."