U.Va. implements changes to ease ISIS troubles
By Alex Sellinger | August 20, 2005Efforts to improve ISIS response times are underway. The changes include expanding operating hours, temporarily restricting access to applications not deemed "mission critical," streamlining images that were slow to load, reviewing the application programs to make sure the database calls are as efficient as possible and bringing in external consultants to monitor and recommend further improvements to the system. ISIS, the University's Integrated Student Information System, handles a variety of class registration and financial aid functions and experiences its heaviest demand during the crucial first few weeks of school, when students seek to final register and adjust their schedules. In past years ISIS often has become overextended during busy periods, hindering student access.
