Transforming HR and IT Systems for a university
PROJECT INFORMATION
The university is one of the youngest universities in its state. With a 62-acre campus serving over 3,000 students, the university provides accessible, high-quality education while supporting diverse learner needs, including first-generation scholars. The university faced outdated HR systems, integration complexities, data inaccuracies, the need to adapt to a performance-based funding model, and challenges in supporting and retaining first-generation students.
CHALLENGES
The university faced several operational and strategic challenges, including:
- Manual HR Systems: Outdated processes created inefficiencies and delays in routine operations.
- Integration Complexities: Difficulties in integrating third-party vendor solutions hampered workflows.
- Errors in Output: Inaccuracies and delays affected basic HR and IT processes.
- Funding Model Transition: Required agility to adapt to the government’s performance-based funding model.
- Student Retention Needs: Struggled to effectively support and retain first-generation students.
RESULTS & IMPACT
Drivestream implemented Oracle Cloud solutions to streamline HR, enhance operational efficiency, and position the university for growth.
Solution Highlights:
- HR Modernization: Transformed manual processes into streamlined workflows, reducing IT workload and operational costs.
- Seamless Integration: Integrated Oracle ERP Cloud with other cloud tools to enable efficient data flow and process consistency.
- Sustainability Focus: Reduced hardware purchases and maintenance, earning the Oracle Sustainability Innovation Award.
- Enhanced Recruitment and Retention: Supported student success initiatives by improving the recruitment process and focusing on first-generation learner support.
- Cost Savings: Achieved $900,000 in annual savings on wage and benefit costs through process optimization.
With Drivestream’s expertise, the university transitioned to a modern, cloud-based platform that reduced costs, improved efficiency, and better supported its strategic initiatives. The integration of diverse tools and sustainability efforts demonstrated the university’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence.
LOOKING FORWARD
The university is now equipped with a robust cloud infrastructure that supports student success, operational efficiency, and sustainability, positioning the institution for long-term growth.
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