Anthology

Anthology is a leading provider of education technology solutions that support the entire learner lifecycle. The company was formed in 2020 through the merger of Campus Management, Campus Labs, and iModules, and further expanded in 2021 by combining with Blackboard. Anthology offers over 60 SaaS products and services designed to advance learning, serving more than 150 million users across 80 countries.

Anthology's comprehensive suite of solutions spans enterprise applications, admissions and enrollment management, student success and engagement, institutional effectiveness, alumni and advancement, and more. Key products include Anthology Student (student information system), Anthology Reach (CRM), Blackboard Learn (learning management system), and Anthology Engage (student engagement platform). The company leverages cloud technologies like Microsoft Azure and incorporates artificial intelligence capabilities to deliver data-informed experiences.

Anthology's solutions are designed to help higher education institutions connect disparate data streams across campus, providing multidimensional insights into degree pathways, skills development, learning outcomes, and career opportunities. This enables more personalized student experiences and supports institutions' continuous improvement efforts. The company emphasizes a holistic approach, offering tools that can support the entire student journey from prospective student through to engaged alumni.

Key customers and partnerships

Anthology serves over 2,100 colleges and institutions globally, with a strong presence in North America. Its client base spans public and private institutions, including a significant number of smaller schools with under 2,500 students and private for-profit institutions.

In July 2023, Anthology announced a collaboration with Microsoft to incorporate generative AI capabilities into its EdTech solutions using Azure OpenAI Service. This partnership aims to enhance personalized learning, improve operational efficiencies, and bolster recruitment and enrollment programs. Anthology is leveraging Microsoft's AI technologies across its product suite to drive innovation in areas like course content creation, assessment generation, and data analytics.

Anthology has also been recognized by Microsoft, receiving the Business Applications Inner Circle award in 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 for outstanding achievements in EdTech. The company utilizes various Microsoft technologies, including Azure for cloud services, Power Platform for business intelligence, and Dynamics 365 as the foundation for several of its solutions.