Lauren Baines

Lauren Baines

Director of Content | SHI

As Director of Content for SHI and managing editor for the Resource Hub, Lauren leads SHI’s content strategy and messaging development for marketing assets, including all of the content on this site. She has written millions of words for SHI and has completely worn out 4.5 letters on her keyboard so far (S, D, F, N, and half of M), but her replacement keyboard continues to sit on the floor next to her desk for another day. Lauren has been with SHI since 2007.

Articles

M365 E7: Separating rumor from reality — and why the conversation matters

March 4, 2026

The rumors are pointing to Microsoft 365 E7's imminent arrival. Let's talk about what's real, what's conjecture, and how SHI can help you.

Could public sector grant funding unlock your dream project sooner?

February 20, 2026

The SHI Grants Support Program provides public sector organizations with complimentary grant services to finance your dream initiatives. 

Innovation Heroes: Why physical AI can’t ship fast and iterate

February 19, 2026

Everyone’s talking about AI that writes code and answers questions. But what happens when AI has to operate in the physical world?

Are you attending 2026’s top tech conferences? Let’s connect!

January 7, 2026

SHI will be at all of these events this year. We'd love to chat about how we can help you solve what's next.

3 strategic AI frameworks to move from experiment to execution

October 21, 2025

How to build AI infrastructure, establish secure governance, and prove value to your stakeholders.

5 strategic imperatives for cybersecurity and AI success in 2025

June 25, 2025

What should resilient organizations do now to address the accelerating threat landscape while remaining mindful of looming new challenges like quantum computing?

If you’re not piloting AI PCs today, you’re falling behind

August 14, 2024

With Windows 10 going end of support on October 14, 2025, now is the time to reinvest in your team.

Image shows a green tree reflecting on a mirrored office building to highlight the importance of IT sustainability.

IT sustainability is your best competitive advantage. Here’s why

January 22, 2024

SHI's executive report reveals that sustainability isn’t just the ethical path; it’s the profitable one.

Get your Windows 11 upgrade budget priorities in order now

October 11, 2023

Even if Microsoft’s newest OS doesn’t cost you a penny, you still need to have a solid plan in place

What will future classrooms look like? Extended reality is key

October 5, 2022

Discover how XR is revolutionizing practical learning methodologies

3 ways technology will transform education for the better

July 13, 2022

The classroom is more immersive than ever. Here's why that's great news.

“Dream Big Win Big” – the golden grace of Kristi Yamaguchi

May 27, 2022

Struggles and successes of a U.S., Olympic, and World Hall of Fame figure skater, medalist, and author

So fresh and so green: Introducing the SHI Community Garden!

April 20, 2022

Learn about the new greenery coming to Somerset this spring

Simplifying success with soccer legend Carli Lloyd

February 4, 2022

Something for the weekend: Mental fortitude secrets from a two-time World Cup champion