Implementation of a web system to improve academic management in universities: a case study
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automation of processes, optimization of resources, technological toolsAbstract
Information technologies have revolutionized academic management in educational institutions, enhancing efficiency and transparency. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of implementing a web information system at the Information Center of the National Amazonian University of Madre de Dios (UNAMAD). A system based on the agile methodology Scrum was developed to optimize key processes such as user registration, enrollment, task assignment, and certificate issuance. Pre- and post-implementation evaluations showed a significant reduction in management times, with a 12.94-minute decrease in user registration and 15.65 minutes in certificate issuance. The t-test revealed a statistically significant difference (t = -78.32, p < 0.001), confirming that the system effectively optimized academic management. In conclusion, the web information system significantly improved operational efficiency, benefiting both students and administrative staff.
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