The budget crunch this year has reinforced the need to get the biggest bang for the buck. Thanks to the hard work and creativity of staff and faculty throughout the campus, the UW has an excellent record on improving efficiency and effectiveness. Here are some highlights:
Since 2003 the UW has saved over $49 million in utility costs;
There has been a dramatic increase in electronic services — especially in student fiscal services — that has led to lower costs, more transactions per staff member, and more convenience for students;
Automated mailing services have saved over $1.4 million since 2003;
The UW has become a leader in sustainability, ranking in the top fifteen colleges nationally;
We have one of the best bond ratings in the country, lowering construction costs.
There’s more in the complete report — it’s an excellent survey of many efforts, large and small, to make sure the UW spends its resources wisely and well.