San Diego Community College District (SDCCD)

Solidan began the engagement with SDCCD by ensuring systematic, efficient, and user-focused implementation of the solutions.

Solidan’s methodology:

1. Assessment & Analysis
2. Planning
3. Implementation
4. Testing
5. Implementation

1. Database Support for PeopleSoft Campus Solutions

• • Assessment & Analysis: Solidan conducted an in-depth analysis of existing database performance, identifying bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
  • Planning & Strategy: Solidan worked with SDCCD to develop a database optimization plan, focusing on load balancing, indexing, and partitioning to improve performance and scalability.

• • Implementation:

• • • Solidan identified regular maintenance schedules were established for database optimization.
    • Automation tools for monitoring and early detection of potential issues were implemented by Solidan and the SDCCD team.
    • Scaled database architecture was deployed to accommodate increased demand.

• • Testing & Validation: Solidan along with SDCCD teams rigorously tested database updates and optimizations in staging environments before production deployment.
  • Ongoing Support: Continuous monitoring and support to resolve any emerging database issues was conducted by Solidan.

2. Functional Support for Financial Aid, FAFSA Simplification, and Reporting

• • Requirements Gathering: Solidan collaborated with financial aid teams and stakeholders to identify pain points in the existing FAFSA process and reporting tools.
  • Design & Development: Solidan and SDCCD redesigned the FAFSA workflow to reduce complexity and improve user experience.

• • • Developed automated workflows to streamline processing and reduce manual errors.
    • Built enhanced reporting tools to provide real-time insights and compliance tracking.

• • Testing & Feedback: Solidan conducted extensive testing of the new processes, gathering feedback from key users to ensure alignment with institutional needs.
  • Training & Documentation: Solidan provided comprehensive training to the financial aid team on using the new tools and workflows.
  • Post-Launch Support: Solidan delivered ongoing production support to handle any issues or changes needed post-launch.

3. Quick Deployment of Resources for Projects

• • Resource Pool Creation: Solidan and SDCCD developed a resource pool of skilled professionals with expertise in PS Campus Solutions, database management, and financial aid functions.
  • Agile Project Management: Solidan used agile methodologies to ensure rapid deployment and iteration in response to project requirements.
  • Cross-Training & Flexibility: Solidan ensured that team members were cross-trained to provide flexibility, allowing for faster resource allocation.
  • Monitoring & Evaluation: Continuous monitoring of resources to ensure allocation efficiency and adjusted as needed to maintain project timelines.

4. Development and PeopleSoft Support for Campus Solutions

• • User-Centered Needs Assessment: Solidan conducted a thorough assessment with end-users and administrators to identify gaps in functionality and pain points.
  • Custom Solution Development: Solidan developed custom features and enhancements based on user feedback, ensuring that the new capabilities aligned with the institution’s operational requirements.
  • Rigorous Testing: Utilizing a test-driven development approach, Solidan ensured new features were thoroughly vetted before deployment.
  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Implemented CI/CD pipelines to streamline the development process and allow for faster delivery of updates and patches.
  • Post-Implementation Review & Optimization: Solidan conducted regular performance reviews post-implementation to ensure new features met user expectations and made adjustments as needed.