DIGITISATION

DIGITISATION

SAICA’s digital transformation programme is fundamental to executing the overall SAICA strategy

SAICA’s digital transformation journey commenced in 2016 and entailed the rollout of key strategic projects, with Ushintsho being one of those key pillars. Key to the success of digital transformation is the alignment of the IT strategy to the business strategy, and also the need to optimise the existing IT architecture.

Ushintsho turn-around

To fast-track the delivery of the Ushintsho programme, an evaluation of the current service provider was undertaken to assess progress and the capability to execute the defined digital transformation roadmap imperatives.

In addition, an evaluation of alternative service providers both locally and abroad took place to determine and agree on the best way forward. As a result, a decision was made to change service providers, which will see the acceleration of this programme under budget and execution completed earlier than initially planned.

SAICA’s digital transformation programme is fundamental to executing the overall SAICA strategy

SAICA’s digital transformation journey commenced in 2016 and entailed the rollout of key strategic projects, with Ushintsho being one of those key pillars. Key to the success of digital transformation is the alignment of the IT strategy to the business strategy, and also the need to optimise the existing IT architecture.

Ushintsho turn-around

To fast-track the delivery of the Ushintsho programme, an evaluation of the current service provider was undertaken to assess progress and the capability to execute the defined digital transformation roadmap imperatives.

In addition, an evaluation of alternative service providers both locally and abroad took place to determine and agree on the best way forward. As a result, a decision was made to change service providers, which will see the acceleration of this programme under budget and execution completed earlier than initially planned.

KEY INITIATIVES IMPLEMENTED DURING FY 2022 TO PROGRESS SAICA’S DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION STRATEGY

INITIATIVE

Electronic Assessment Tool (EAT)

STRATEGIC PILLARS

IMPACT / DIFFERENCE MADE

A digital platform designed to enable training offices to electronically assess students, thereby minimising human errors, preventing alteration of data, and streamlining administrative duties

INITIATIVE

Learning Management System (LMS)

STRATEGIC PILLARS

IMPACT / DIFFERENCE MADE

Digital administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, automation and delivery of educational courses, training programmes and learning and development programmes

KEY INITIATIVES IMPLEMENTED DURING FY 2022 TO PROGRESS SAICA’S DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION STRATEGY

INITIATIVE

Electronic Assessment Tool (EAT)

STRATEGIC PILLARS

IMPACT / DIFFERENCE MADE

A digital platform designed to enable training offices to electronically assess students, thereby minimising human errors, preventing alteration of data, and streamlining administrative duties

INITIATIVE

Learning Management System (LMS)

STRATEGIC PILLARS

IMPACT / DIFFERENCE MADE

Digital administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, automation and delivery of educational courses, training programmes and learning and development programmes

INITIATIVE

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) declarations

STRATEGIC PILLARS

IMPACT / DIFFERENCE MADE

Improved monitoring and evaluation of CPD outcomes and enhanced reporting

INITIATIVE

Enterprise Risk and Compliance Management System (ERCMS)

STRATEGIC PILLARS

IMPACT / DIFFERENCE MADE

Provide greater visibility into risk and compliance issues, improve operational efficiencies, and aid prompt decision-making

INITIATIVE

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) declarations

STRATEGIC PILLARS

IMPACT / DIFFERENCE MADE

Improved monitoring and evaluation of CPD outcomes and enhanced reporting

INITIATIVE

Enterprise Risk and Compliance Management System (ERCMS)

STRATEGIC PILLARS

IMPACT / DIFFERENCE MADE

Provide greater visibility into risk and compliance issues, improve operational efficiencies, and aid prompt decision-making

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Digitisation initiatives planned for implementation in 2023

Implementation of the re-scoped Stage 2 of the project continues with planned completion by the end of May 2023. Key initiatives comprise:
  • Migrate Finance from iMIS and Great Plains to D365 Finance to help us reduce the issues we faced while integrating with our Legacy systems and move us closer to decommissioning the Legacy system.
  • Upgrade the Member portal and mobile application to enable a single point of entry for members to communicate with SAICA.
  • Streamline the exam administration process and create an Exam portal which can be accessed via the Member portal and mobile app.
  • Send bulk emails, process marketing briefs, create and publish content, and plan content.
  • Implement of the new HR system (planned to be completed in Q3 of 2023).
  • Implement the contract management system (planned to be completed in Q4 of 2023).

Digitisation initiatives planned for implementation in 2023

Implementation of the re-scoped Stage 2 of the project continues with planned completion by the end of May 2023. Key initiatives comprise:
  • Migrate Finance from iMIS and Great Plains to D365 Finance to help us reduce the issues we faced while integrating with our Legacy systems and move us closer to decommissioning the Legacy system.
  • Upgrade the Member portal and mobile application to enable a single point of entry for members to communicate with SAICA.
  • Streamline the exam administration process and create an Exam portal which can be accessed via the Member portal and mobile app.
  • Send bulk emails, process marketing briefs, create and publish content, and plan content.
  • Implement of the new HR system (planned to be completed in Q3 of 2023).
  • Implement the contract management system (planned to be completed in Q4 of 2023).
USHINTSHO DEVELOPMENTS IN 2023 AND 2024

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