The University of Michigan Wolverines, one of the nation’s premier athletic programs, has partnered with Teamworks to implement Teamworks General Manager (GM), a state-of-the-art platform for department-wide budgeting and roster management. This collaboration reflects Michigan’s commitment to staying at the forefront of collegiate athletics by adopting tools that streamline decision-making and ensure operational excellence.
As part of the Teamworks Operating System for Sports™, General Manager empowers Michigan’s athletics leaders with technology to handle the complexities of roster planning, budget allocation, and athlete earnings management. By offering a unified view of financial and operational data, GM allows decision-makers to develop strategies that maintain Michigan’s status as a powerhouse in collegiate sports.
“The University of Michigan is proud to integrate Teamworks General Manager into our athletic operations,” said Doug Gnodtke, Executive Associate AD/Chief of Staff at Michigan. “This platform gives us the ability to make data-informed decisions that align our financial and competitive goals, ensuring we remain a leader in collegiate athletics while continuing to prioritize our student-athletes’ success.”
GM’s advanced scenario-planning capabilities allow Michigan to analyze potential impacts of roster adjustments and NIL opportunities, ensuring that the Wolverines remain agile in the evolving athletics landscape. With this technology, Michigan is equipped to strategically allocate resources, attract and retain top talent, and build sustainable success across all programs.
“Teamworks General Manager is transforming how elite athletic departments operate, and we’re thrilled to partner with the Michigan Wolverines,” said Wes French, Director and GM of Teamworks General Manager. “This partnership demonstrates Michigan’s dedication to innovation and its commitment to maintaining a competitive edge while fostering a world-class student-athlete experience.”
By integrating GM into its operations, the University of Michigan solidifies its position as a leader in collegiate athletics, setting a standard for excellence in both athletic performance and resource management. This move underscores Michigan’s focus on staying competitive in every aspect of collegiate sports while supporting the holistic development of its student-athletes.
For more information about Teamworks General Manager, visit explore.teamworks.com/general-manager.