Get an approved AI tool for your HMS work July 31, 2026 Complete the AI tool training to choose Claude, ChatGPT Edu, or Microsoft Copilot Premium.
Okta Verify with FastPass now required for HMS staff using HarvardKey July 28, 2026 Add your HarvardKey account to Okta Verify with FastPass on every device you use for Harvard work, including your computer
Equipment orders and setup might take longer through mid-August July 24, 2026 The Asset Lifecycle Management team is moving to a new building
Longwood and LASER will be unavailable June 15–19 May 21, 2026 No jobs will run, and sign-in services will be unavailable
Keeping macOS secure on the HMS network April 8, 2026 How we're addressing outdated, insecure versions of macOS
New security guidelines for web developers March 27, 2026 Assess your current applications against the baseline controls
Navigating Dell computer supply and pricing changes February 25, 2026 Helping you navigate changes to Dell computer availability
Upcoming notification for Windows 10 devices January 15, 2026 Desktop wallpaper will be automatically changed to guide users on updating to Windows 11
Changes to your HMS account password January 15, 2026 Your HarvardKey password will now serve as your HMS account password
Upgrade to macOS Tahoe; support for Ventura ends December 31 December 19, 2025 We recommend that all users upgrade to macOS Tahoe