As previously announced as part of an update shared at the Board meeting on November 13, 2023, the Vermont State Colleges (VSC) is partnering with the enterprise systems consultant, Ferrilli, to assess the VSC Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system, Ellucian Colleague, and create a roadmap to future sustainability. The assessment will look at our whole ERP environment and include a review of software systems connected to our ERP. This assessment is not a commitment to change or move away from our ERP system but an investigation of our current state and today’s technology marketplace to understand the opportunities we must position ourselves for the future. We have drafted answers to some frequently asked questions that can be found on the VSC Transformation website.
The first phase of the ERP Assessment has been completed, with close to 40 interviews completed with institutional leaders and key functional stakeholders as part of our current state assessment. We appreciate the responses so far from over 50 individuals and welcome more if you have them: kcampbell@vsc.edu.
We are currently in phase 2 of the effort, focused on a full market analysis. This phase includes gathering insights into how ERP systems in the market might be able to address our identified limitations and align with our documented priorities outlined in phase 1. This assessment will consider the requirements of both CCV and VTSU and the broader system requirements. Looking ahead in the timeline, Ferrilli will deliver the Assessment Report, including market analysis and recommended roadmap, in early April. As shared at the November 13 Board meeting, an approved resolution and governance model for reviewing the assessment report in the spring is being advanced. We will work with VTSU and CCV to ensure the executive steering committee is organized. This governance structure will be used as we make decisions on how to implement Ferrilli’s recommendations concerning the future ERP roadmap. You can also find a high-level overview of the governance structure on the transformation website. We will continue to provide updates to the Board at the Finance and Facilities meeting.