Biography

Carl Lorenz Canlas, Ph.D., MSIS/MPA, focuses his current research on cybersecurity audits, artificial intelligence, and project management. He holds a B.S. in Information Systems, an M.S. in Information Systems and Executive Master of Public Administration, and a Ph.D. in Information Technology. He holds multiple industry certifications including ISACA CISA, ISC2 Cybersecurity, PMP, PMI-ACP, ITIL, Six Sigma Black Belt.

He currently serves as an Associate Editor for the Association for Information Systems (AIS), and as a reviewer for both the International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) and the Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences (HICSS). In these roles, he collaborates closely with authors to enhance the quality and clarity of their submissions, assists further with the peer review process, and coordinates with reviewers and editorial teams.

Dr. Canlas is married to Family and Human Development Professor, Dr. Jerevie Malig, and they have three beautiful children. Outside of the office, he enjoys basketball, multiplayer Starcraft and playing the bass guitar with his local band.

Teaching

CYBR 4250

Database Security and Auditing, Spring 2026

INFO 3410

Database Systems and Warehousing, Spring 2026

INFO 4050G

Global Ethical and Professional Perspectives in IS and IT, Spring 2026

Presentations

Canlas, Carl (Co-Presenter), Knorr, Vonn (Co-Presenter), 2026 National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) , "Database Security Auditing", National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) , Greater Richmond Convention Center, Richmond, VA. (April, 2026)
Canlas, Carl , 2025 International Conference on Information Systems (ICIS), "Bribery Risks in IT Project Management_ Navigating Ethical and Operational Challenges", Association for Information Systems (AIS), HEC Montreal - 501 Rue De La Gauchetière Ouest, Montréal, QC H2Z 1Z5. (December, 2025)
Canlas, Carl , 2025 Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) - Online , "Developing a Risk & Control Matrix for Disruptive Technologies", Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) , Remote. ()
Canlas, Carl , 2025 Project Management Institute (PMI) Northern Utah Chapter (NUC), "Navigating Project Roadblocks_ Strategies for Success", Project Management Institute (PMI) Northern Utah Chapter (NUC). ()
Canlas, Carl (Presenter & Author), 2025 Americas Conference on Information Systems (AMCIS), "Integrating AI into IT Project Management", Association for Information Systems (AIS), Montreal, Canada. (August 16, 2025)
Canlas, Carl (Presenter & Author), 2025 ISACA Virtual Conference - Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)(ISACA), "Agile Audit", Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), Virtual Conference. (February 17, 2025)

Scholarly/Creative Works

Canlas, Carl , "Artificial intelligence in agile IT project management_ A SWOT analysis" . International Journal of Information Systems and Project Management (IJISPM).
Canlas, Carl , (2025) "Chapter 25_ Agile and Beyond_ Adaptive Project Management" .
Canlas, Carl , "A Business Process Model for Augmented Artificial Intelligence in IT Project Management" . ICIS2024 - Association for Information Systems (AIS).
Canlas, Carl , (2024) "The Effectiveness of Project Management Credentials and Integrated Project Management Implementation on IT Project Management Success" (Issue: AMCIS 2024, vol. 10). Association for Information Systems (AIS) .
Canlas, Carl , (2023) "The Effective IT Project Manager_ Integrated Project Management and Project Success" (Issue: 979-8860456068).

Awards

Associate Fellow

AdvanceHE - May 5, 2025

Advance HE (Advance Higher Education) is a UK-based organization that supports higher education institutions in areas such as teaching excellence, leadership development, equality, diversity, and inclusion.

UVU Global Scholar and Fellow Award

UVU Global Engagement - April 18, 2025

This award recognizes faculty members who contribute to the university’s Global Spotlight and Research Program, which is designed to provide students with enriching international experiences and research opportunities.

2024 AMCIS Best Paper Nominee, Top 25% Paper

Association for Information Systems (AIS) - August 17, 2024

"The Effectiveness of Project Management Credentials and Integrated Project Management Implementation on IT Project Management Success"