As Summer comes to an end, districts are preparing for device distribution. Going into distribution day can be nerve racking, but at Hayes, we want to make the transition into this school year as smooth as possible. We have created a complete guide to help easily navigate and prepare for the beginning of the year device distribution. Scrambling to get… Read More
In May 2021 the FCC (Federal Communication Commission) announced the rules and roll out of a $7.17B program funded by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to support schools and libraries in need of technology during the COVID-19 pandemic. Known as the Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF), the plan enables the purchase of laptops, tablets, hotspots, and broadband connectivity for… Read More
1. Does TIPWeb-IT integrate with Powerschool? Yes, we have an API plug-in for PowerSchool 12 and higher which will send student and staff demographic details to TIPWeb nightly. Hayes can help ensure any SIS system the district uses will be able to share data with TIPWeb-IT nightly either through an API or flat file transfer. 2. Can you print equipment… Read More
Prepared by Hayes Software Systems, below is a checklist to ensure your end of year device collection process runs smoothly. Prepare for Device Collection Establish collection locations Identify roles and responsibilities of team members Create device drop off schedule Design traffic flow plan (i.e. one way lines for car drop off, etc.) Determine team member training requirements on processes and procedures Develop Device Collection Processes and Procedures Choose workflows for statuses and notes (i.e. damage, storage) Decide receipt delivery method (i.e. printed, email, signature capture) Communicate Device Collection Process Email parents and guardians collection… Read More
The school year is winding down and districts across the United States are preparing to collect devices from students and teachers alike. With more devices than ever before, end of year collections can be a daunting task. Utilizing your asset inventory management system will help keep the collections process organized with up-to-date data and reporting. Here are some quick tips to remember while tackling the end of… Read More
Each year, school districts are tasked with managing thousands of assets such as computers, textbooks, furniture, vehicles and more. Being unable to track fixed assets can result in billions of dollars wasted. As we work through closing out one budget season and moving into the next, many school districts face a similar question: How to make up for shortfalls in… Read More
Asset Management Software Aided in a Smooth Transition Average school district use of different EdTech products each month has risen from 952 to 1,327 since March of 2020, and K-12 schools are finding that asset inventory management software is vital to maintain an efficient, well-managed institution, but… Read More
When is it Time for a Wall-to-Wall Inventory? Do you ever doubt the accuracy of your inventory data? Are you concerned about missing large amounts of equipment? Are you running out of devices when your data says you have more? You may be feeling that you could… Read More
If you are a district administrator or technology director, it's very likely your school has recently increased the amount of mobile technology and take home devices. It is also likely you're anticipating and preparing for the addition of even more devices in the next several years. Understanding and… Read More
Now more than ever, technology is being used as a powerful tool to track assets and provide education to students in hybrid and distance learning scenarios. School districts are distributing more equipment… Read More