Classrooms are evolving rapidly—and that’s great news for students, educators, and EdTech businesses alike. Education isn’t just about textbooks anymore. With the help of modern education technology, students are coding applications, collaborating via video, and solving real-world problems—often before they graduate.

This transformation is about more than just going digital. It’s about preparing students for life after graduation by developing critical thinking, communication, and tech skills aligned with real workforce needs. From K–12 schools and higher education institutions to corporate training programs, EdTech is now a driving force behind workforce development.

At ScanSource, we help solution providers and school systems implement scalable education technologies through partnerships with the industry's most trusted suppliers—including Cisco, HP | Poly, HP, Honeywell, Zebra, Jabra, Avaya, March Networks, Altronix, Algo, Bosch Video, CyberPower, HPE Aruba Networking, andTrendNet.

These suppliers are fueling the shift to future-ready classrooms with technologies designed to support experiential learning, hybrid environments, and digital fluency.

Real-world skills built with real EdTech tools

Schools are shifting their focus toward experiential learning, using simulations, STEM labs, and collaborative platforms to prepare students for the workplace. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, nearly 90% of college seniors in the Class of 2024 believe they’re ready for their careers. Yet many businesses still report a gap in job-ready talent. In fact, a YouScience study revealed that 90% of employers want closer collaboration with schools to build better career pipelines.

That’s where modern EdTech solutions come in.

Cisco, a leader in secure education networks, offers comprehensive solutions that power digital learning—from smart classrooms to campus-wide connectivity. Their Webex for Education platform facilitates hybrid teaching and learning with meetings, office hours, recordings, attendance.

HPE Aruba Networking ensures those digital environments are fast, reliable, and secure—enabling seamless access to cloud-based applications, eLearning tools, and real-time collaboration platforms.

Meanwhile, HP | Poly provides all-in-one video collaboration tools and headsets that help students present, problem-solve, and participate in both in-person and remote settings—enhancing soft skills alongside technical ability.

Supporting career development at every level

But EdTech isn’t just helping students. Businesses are also turning to digital tools to upskill employees and deliver consistent virtual training experiences.

Avaya and Jabra offer enterprise-ready communication solutions that make hybrid learning simple and engaging for staff across multiple locations. According to a 2023Training Industry Report, 96% of mid-to-large-sized companies now use Learning Management Systems (LMS)—a testament to the growing importance of scalable EdTech in the workplace.

Many students in vocational schools can learn retail skills through HP’s Engage family of products, which enable real-time inventory tracking, fraud detection, and personalized customer experiences. These tools simulate real-world retail environments, helping students and trainees gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge retail technologies.

Supporting soft skills, safety, and scalability

Workplace readiness also includes communication, adaptability, and collaboration. Jabra’s noise-canceling audio solutions and HP | Poly’s video conferencing systems are designed with these needs in mind, allowing for clear dialogue in any environment.

For logistics training and retail simulation, Honeywell mobility solutions and Zebra’s barcode and asset tracking tools are a mainstay in vocational labs. And with TrendNet’s connectivity infrastructure, students and instructors stay reliably connected.

Campus security and reliability are also top priorities. March Networks, Bosch, and Altronix support video surveillance, while CyberPower keeps digital systems online with advanced backup power solutions. Algo enhances communication across campuses with IP-based audio and alerting systems—ensuring no message goes unheard.

Why the future of career readiness depends on EdTech

Whether it's preparing students for careers in healthcare, engineering, cybersecurity, or logistics—or helping companies keep pace through digital training—EdTech is foundational to tomorrow’s success.

At ScanSource, we connect solution providers with leading education technology from the industry’s top suppliers. Whether it’s robust infrastructure from Cisco and Aruba, collaboration tools from HP | Poly and Jabra, or security and mobility solutions from Zebra and Honeywell, we’ve got the technology to transform how and where learning happens.

Looking to grow your EdTech business?

ScanSource is your trusted partner for delivering secure, scalable, and future-ready education technology solutions. Contact us today to learn how to expand your EdTech offerings and support career-connected learning at every level.