Shaping Tomorrow, Today: The Future of Data Modernization in State Education Agencies
Data modernization is more than just an upgrade; it’s a transformative process that leverages cutting-edge technologies, methodologies, and practices to shift from traditional, often siloed systems, to integrated, flexible, and scalable solutions.
As a pioneer in the realm of education technology, CPSI is committed to revolutionizing how state education agencies manage and utilize data. For over three decades, our mission has been to equip educators and administrators with state-of-the-art, user-friendly tools that enable education organizations to manage data with ease.
In our quest to improve educational outcomes and equity, the ability to effectively manage and utilize data is paramount. Data modernization can unlock numerous benefits for state education agencies. Here’s how CPSI is helping SEAs embrace the future of data modernization.
Standards Agnostic – Use Any Combination of Standards: Ed-Fi, SIF, CEDS and Beyond
Standards Agnostic – Use Any Combination of Standards: Our tools are standards agnostic so you can any combination of standards to suit your needs.
Ed-Fi: We support Ed-Fi for data collection and exchange. Our xDValidator carries the Ed-Fi ODS Badge.
SIF Unity, SIF xPress, SIF 2.x: We support all versions of the A4L SIF standard for data collection and exchange – including SIF Unity, SIF 2.x, and SIF xPress.
Common Education Data Standards (CEDS): We support CEDS for data standardization and reporting.
1EdTech OneRoster: We offer full support for the 1EdTech OneRoster specification for data exchange and interoperability.
Collect Data from Any Source – Including Files
Standards Based Data Collection – Ed-Fi, SIF, and More: Supports with data standards such as Ed-Fi, SIF, and beyond.
Ready-to-Use Data Models for Ed-Fi, SIF, CEDS, and Beyond: Create data stores in any data model with the click of a button. Instant support for Ed-Fi, SIF, CEDS, and more.
Interoperability for Data Exchange: Interoperability ensured across all data standards.
Flexible REST API Data Layer You Control: Data collection via safe and secure REST APIs.
Collect Data from Files and Other Sources: Collect data from files and other sources.
Publishing Connectors Expand Collection Capabilities: Deploy Publishing Connectors for apps with xDComposer.
REST API Management with xDStore Studio
Comprehensive REST API Development: xDStore Studio provides a comprehensive environment for developing REST APIs from end to end.
Leverage SQL for Coding: Developers can write REST API logic using SQL, eliminating the need to learn a separate coding language.
Unlimited Secured REST API Endpoints: There are no restrictions on the number of REST endpoints that can be created.
Secure REST Endpoints with Data Governance: REST endpoints adhere to data governance policies, ensuring security and compliance.
Integration with External Systems: REST APIs enable easy integration with external apps, agencies, researchers, analytics tools, etc. Automatically create API documentation with full integration with our onboard app for credentials delivery and management.
UID Assignment with xDUID
UID Assignment for Students and Staff: Assigns UIDs for all users – students and staff included.
Advanced Matching Capabilities: Advanced matching capabilities ensure accurate UID assignment.
Manages & Tracks UIDs: Manages and tracks UIDs with ease via web application.
Easy Linking: Linking mechanisms allow for extended UID management.
Integrates with any SIS, HR, and More: Integrates with any system – SIS, HR, payroll, higher education, and more.
Data Validation and Error Reporting with xDValidator
Create Validation Rules Without Code: Create validations from simple checks to advanced cross database validations and more – all through our IDE.
Real-Time Error Reporting Dashboard: Errors are displayed instantly so users can correct data at the source as errors occur.
Rules Run in Real Time: Rules run as data is entered for quick feedback and correction.
Promotes Data Integrity and Accuracy: Validations ensure accuracy and completeness of data throughout the whole data ecosystem.
Fix Issues at the Source: Users are expected to correct data when errors occur.
Tiered Validation Layers: Apply different validation rules at different levels to create a tiered validation system that is powerful and flexible.
Data Pipelining with xDComposer
Create and Manage Unlimited Data Pipelines: xDComposer allows you to create an unlimited number of data pipelines to move and transform data.
Integrates Data from Diverse Sources: xDComposer can connect to many data sources like REST APIs, files, databases to ingest data into the pipelines.
Seamless Data Flow: The pipelines ensure smooth movement and consistency of data across systems.
Powerful Data Transformation Toolset: Powerful data transformation capabilities allow cleansing, combining, reshaping data in the pipelines.
Support for Azure Cloud and Azure Databricks: The pipelines can leverage Azure services and Databricks for cloud scale data processing.
Combine Data Across Different Sources: Enrich data by combining data from different sources easily via our UI.
Data Certification and Federal Reporting with OneCertify
Unique Composite Record Methodology: Allows users to select data from different dates and times for accuracy in data submission.
Reduce Certification Time Through Automation: Automated workflows, composite record management, and easy to use interface allow for districts to complete certification fast and with less effort.
Automated Reporting Period Pipelines: Workflows are automated by reporting period so data moves exactly when it should without the need for manual intervention.
Multi-Tiered Certification Workflows: Certification workflows at school, district, state auditor and state aid levels are configurable by reporting period.
Extensive Data Validations: Run validations to catch inconsistent cross year data, check thresholds and more.
The End of File Uploads: End the use of messy file upload with integrated and automated pipelines.
User-Centric and Accessible: User-centric and fully accessible OneCertify Web app reduces time to complete certification.
Identity and Access Management with OneUser Lite
Comprehensive and Automated RBAC Toolset: OneUser Lite provides a comprehensive role-based access control toolset that is automated for easy setup and management.
Identity Provider (IDP) Service for Seamless Authorization and Authentication: Built-in IDP service enables seamless user authentication and authorization across all connected apps and resources.
Easy Access for All Users: The OneUser Lite web app provides intuitive access for end users to launch authorized apps and resources.
Secure REST API for Integration: A comprehensive REST API allows easy integration with other systems and custom development.
Support for Microsoft, Google, and Pass-Thru Authentication: OneUser Lite supports authentication via Microsoft, Google, and pass-through to other identity providers.
Active Directory Integration and SAML Support: OneUser Lite integrates with Microsoft Active Directory for user management and supports SAML for single sign-on.
Common Education Data Standards (CEDS) Solutions
Complete CEDS Solutions: Includes CEDS Data Warehouse, CEDS Generate, and CEDS IDS/LDS.
Loading Data into CEDS Made Easy: Easily manage data coming into CEDS with data pipelines in xDComposer.
Unified Infrastructure: A unified infrastructure creates a consistent and secure data environment.
Standardization for Data Exchange: Enjoy CEDS benefits. Seamless data exchange & integration using CEDS.
Seamless Integration within the Data Ecosystem: Our CEDS implementation offers seamless integration with the complete data ecosystem.
Advanced Reporting, Analytics, AI and More through Integration
Seamless Integration with Power BI: Allow easy connection and data flow to Power BI for advanced data visualization and dashboarding.
Data Access via Secure REST APIs: Enable secure programmatic access to data for any reporting, visualization, or BI tool.
Integrate Data for Public Websites: Display curated data insights directly on your public website through embeddable widgets.
Leverage Azure Cloud and Azure Databricks: Scale analytics and gain insights with Azure cloud services like Databricks for big data and AI.
Ready for Innovation with AI/ML: Clean, harmonized data unlocks opportunities for advanced analytics, AI, and machine learning.
Integrate with External Apps for Visualizations: Leverage any app through REST API integration for stunning data visualization.
Easy, Accessible, and User Centric Web Based Apps
District/Vendor Onboarding: App for seamless and simple onboarding of districts and vendors.
Rollover Manager: Offers self service features for data rollover between academic years.
Student Ownership Wizard: Facilitates data ownership management between districts and parents.
xDUID Web App: For managing Unique Student Identifiers across systems.
OneCertify: For reviewing and certifying data submissions for certification and federal reporting.
Error Reporting Dashboard: Provides instant access to data validation results.
Azure Cloud, Databricks, Data Lakes, and AI/ML with the CPSI Toolset
Azure Cloud Native Integration: Leverage Azure services like storage, compute, and analytics natively for flexibility, scalability, and performance.
Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Support: Deploy on-prem, in Azure, or across multiple clouds to meet your needs.
Implement Data Lakes and Lakehouses: Collect, store, and analyze all your data in Azure Data Lake for deeper insights.
Leverage Databricks for Advanced Analytics: Process data and build models with Azure Databricks’ optimized Spark environment.
Leverage AI and ML: Build and deploy advanced analytics solutions with Azure Machine Learning.
Innovate as New Technology Emerges: Our team is always innovating to help support the latest cloud technologies.
