The EDIT Team provide a Core Service to all schools in Rochdale LEA to enhance their administration and management through the use of computer systems. The Core Service for the Administrative systems originally provided under the LMS (Local Management of Schools) Scheme includes the following areas;
Systems Installation and Development
The Team have developed a range of systems including a Pupil and Staff Database system, systems for conversion of data and systems to monitor and improve service provision to schools.
Administration of Computer Hardware and Software Maintenance Contracts
Computer
hardware in schools is maintained through various contracts
depending on it's supplier and the age of the equipment. The SIMS
software is updated through an annual maintenance fee paid by the
LEA which is significantly cheaper and offers a better level of
service than individual school licences.
Evaluation and testing of new software and upgrades
As new software is required or upgrades are released for existing software the EDIT Team will test it's function and suitability and advise schools accordingly. All software upgrades are tested by EDIT before being distributed to schools.
SIMS Local Support
The EDIT Team is the SIMS LSU for schools in Rochdale providing locally based support for SIMS software with the advantage of being able to work closely with schools as part of the LEA. The EDIT Team provide the support services to schools which would otherwise have to be purchased from SIMS including; Installation of Software Training Technical Support Telephone Support
On Site Support
Provision / Installation of Software Upgrades
Newsletter
The EDIT Team produce and distribute the EDITTING newsletter four times a year to keep schools informed of new developments, training dates, service options etc. Much of the information from the newsletters will also be published on the Internet.
