Although the system is still a work in progress, users across our campus are beginning to realize the benefits afforded by a client server based system. The truth is that many colleges and universities face challenges implementing enterprise systems for a variety of reasons, regardless of their software partner. Higher education requirements are complex.
Users can be resistant and expectations can be varied and often unrealistic.
Adding to the complexity of large-scale implementations are the inherent organizational shifts and resource constraints. In 1997, TCU chose PeopleSoft's enterprise solution to replace our existing administrative systems and to help put our university at the forefront of delivering outstanding education and services through the innovative use of technology. We believe today, as do most PeopleSoft higher education customers, that our selection process was thorough and our decision sound. TCU chose PeopleSoft for its vision, reputation, and track record. We wanted a proven leading technology partner that had the resources to advance our technological capabilities.