How Drivestream Future-Proofs Higher Education for Graceland
Graceland University’s cloud transformation shows just how far the bar can be raised when it comes to tech for private higher education, proving that modernisation – when done right – does not have to cost the Earth.
With Drivestream as its strategic advisor and systems integrator, Graceland successfully transitioned from legacy, on-premise systems to a unified Oracle Fusion Cloud environment spanning HR, finance, planning and student financial operations. The project represents a blueprint for institutions determined to future-proof their operations while maintaining long-term affordability.
“It’s not about replacing systems, but future-proofing the institution,” says Jacob Thomas, Executive Vice President and Managing Partner at Drivestream.
Based in Maryland, Jacob leads the firm’s strategy and advisory practice – focused on aligning technology, economics and vision for sustainable modernisation.




