Lawrie Phipps is a Programme Manager at the Joint Information Systems Committee, he is responsible for a range of programmes including widescale change management across issues such as Green ICT, Learning and Teaching, Support for Research and Administration. He is currently working on several projects around engagement through new media and technology and has published widely in the area. Lawrie was also responsible for setting up and managing the JISC TechDis Service, supporting students with disabilities through the use of technology.