Challenges Faced:
The client relied on a legacy system that required frequent developer intervention to launch and update initiatives, particularly surveys. Each new initiative required substantial development effort, increasing recurring costs and delaying project rollouts. Additionally, reporting was cumbersome, requiring the development of new reports every year, further adding to operational inefficiencies.
Business Impact:
- High maintenance and development costs due to repetitive tasks.
- Delayed initiative launches, causing inefficiencies in program execution.
- Time-consuming and complex reporting processes, limiting data-driven decision-making.
Our Solution:
Implementation:
Elastik Teams developed eQual 2.0, a modernized web application designed to streamline the creation, management, and reporting of initiatives. This system was built with a dynamic architecture to provide flexibility and scalability for future expansions.
Key Features:
- Dynamic Initiative & Activities Creation: Enabled users to create and launch new initiatives without developer assistance.
- User Role Management: Allowed different access levels, ensuring secure and structured data handling.
- Simplified Initiative Participation: Champions could easily fill out initiatives and manage peer participation.
- Advanced Reporting: Automated the generation of initiative completion reports, enrollment tracking, and other critical insights.
- Admin Proxy Feature: Allowed administrators to act on behalf of users, ensuring smooth participation without technical bottlenecks.
Results & Impact:
Performance and Client Feedback:
The deployment of eQual 2.0 drastically reduced the dependency on developers, cutting down recurring maintenance and development costs. The system’s intuitive interface improved user experience, while automated reporting enabled better decision-making.
Business Outcomes:
- Increased Efficiency: Faster initiative launches and streamlined processes.
- Cost Savings: Reduced development time and eliminated repetitive coding efforts.
- Enhanced User Experience: A modern UI made it easier for users to interact with the system.
By modernizing the legacy system with eQual 2.0, Elastik Teams helped the client achieve operational excellence and cost savings. This transformation laid the foundation for a more agile and efficient initiative management process.
Conclusion
