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2. Financial Reports: These reports provide an overview of the institution's financial transactions. Shows
your income, expenses, and budget allocation over a specific period, such as a month or quarter.

Admissions Reports: These reports compile data about admissions applications, including number of
applicants, admission rates, and demographic information for admitted students. These are typically

created during the admissions process to help institutions make informed decisions.

5.2 Study on Educational ERP’s-

The purpose of reading the below papers is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the role and impact of

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems in educational institutions. These papers explore various aspects,
including ERP functionalities, their influence on academic performance, challenges in implementation, cloud-

based adoption, and the potential of cloud computing in Indian technical education. This knowledge is essential

for informed decision-making and improving the management and efficiency of educational institutions.

5.2.1 ERP Systems Functionalities in Higher Education

This paper focuses on the capabilities of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems within the domain of
higher education and underscores the importance of tailoring these systems to address the unique academic

requirements of higher education institutions (HEIs). It emphasizes that simply adapting traditional ERP
solutions from business practices may not adequately cater to the nuanced needs of the education sector.

The key recommendation put forth in this document is for the Saudi Ministry of Higher Education to take the

initiative in crafting a specialized ERP roadmap dedicated to the specific functions and demands of HEIs. This
roadmap would essentially serve as a comprehensive guide outlining the precise ERP requirements within the

higher education context. The primary goal of this initiative is to enable HEIs to exercise better control over
their operational processes and achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness in managing their academic and

administrative functions.

By-establishing this roadmap, there is an expectation that it will set new standards and expectations for ERP
systems in higher education. This, in turn, would encourage ERP vendors to develop and provide tailored

solutions that align more closely with the genuine needs and intricacies of higher education institutions.
Ultimately, the aim is to enhance the overall quality of education delivery and administrative management

within the Saudi higher education landscape, promoting efficiency and innovation.

5.2.2 The Impact of ERP System on Academic Performance: A Case Study Approach

The operation of higher education institutes is unique in nature and has different features such as complex

objectives, hard-to-measure outputs, and a scattered structure of units and authority. Universities have different
end users compared to other systems, with different education levels, backgrounds, and goals, which can affect

their ability to use the system properly. ERP systems in universities face pressure to function properly due to