What We’re Thinking About in Impact for 2026
January 21, 2026 BlogThe education sector is navigating a fundamental shift. Market forces are driving consolidation, capital is more selective, and…
Through our research with 20+ institutions and 120+ companies supporting institutions around student success and retention, we have identified 9 product categories that institutions can employ for planning and advising. The graphic below shows a subset of 40+ companies that are at various stages of maturity but have demonstrated product breadth with an offering in at least three of the product categories and have some customer reach and traction. These companies have the potential to support an integrated solution that serves institutions as they take a more holistic approach to planning and advising.