Connected systems for education: reducing admin and improving visibility | Education HUG

Most education organisations have already invested in technology. A CRM, an MIS, an events platform, a finance system - the list goes on. But having the right tools in place doesn't always mean teams have the visibility they need. In this Education HubSpot User Group session, Olly Featherstone (AI Lead and CRM Consultant at HubGem) explores why disconnected systems are one of the most common and overlooked challenges facing education teams, and what you can practically do about it. Olly covers where disconnection tends to create the most friction across MIS, event management and finance, how native and bespoke integrations work in practice, and how to evaluate future software based on connectivity rather than features alone. The session also touches on the emerging role of AI as a connective layer between systems. It's a practical, education-specific session with real examples throughout - well worth a watch whether you're just starting to think about integrations or looking to get more from what you already have.