The existing web server was upgraded to provide increased reliability and performance. If a second semester trial is successful, this migration will be planned for summer break. A tool has been identified to provide this function. Installation and configuration of this tool is scheduled after completion of the web email interface. This involves writing or purchasing programs or scripts that will perform some standard functions that many users need, sort of a toolbox of web applications.
Examples are a chat, guest book, page counters, etc.
Tools need to be determined and priorities need to be set. A tricollege, Mellon funded initiative has proposed purchase of Blackboard s Course Info CMS application. A decision regarding this proposal is anticipated in November s Mellon Steering Committee meeting. If approved, a substantial implementation and training process will begin. Duplicate the printed GL Budget Status Report on the web, allowing authorized users to view current and previous month's budget information.