Kolkata : The Ashok Hall Group of Schools has taken a major step towards innovation and connectivity with the announcement of its digital transformation. This initiative includes the adoption of the cutting-edge ERP system and mobile app, designed to streamline communication and enhance academic engagement. Complementing this digital leap, the group has also unveiled its all-new Ashok Hall website, alongside newly redesigned microsites for Ashok Hall Girls’ Higher Secondary School, GD Birla Centre for Education and Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar.
The advanced ERP system enhances parent-teacher communication, promotes transparency, and fosters collaboration for students’ academic growth. The platform provides real-time updates on attendance, homework, and performance, keeping parents well-informed. The mobile app enables seamless two-way communication, allowing quick query resolution, regular feedback, and updates on school activities.
Key Features of the ERP and Mobile App:
§ Real-Time Communication: Parents and teachers can exchange messages instantly, ensuring prompt feedback and issue resolution.
§ Attendance Alerts: Parents are notified immediately if a student is absent or late, enabling proactive discussions.
§ Homework Updates: Daily homework and assignments are shared directly with parents to keep them informed.
§ Performance Insights: Teachers can share detailed academic progress reports, while parents can provide feedback or raise concerns.
§ Event Notifications: Parents receive timely updates about school events, meetings, and other important activities.
Speaking during the launch, O.R. Chitlange , Chairman School Managing Committee, said, ‘Effective parent-teacher communication is key to student success. The ERP and mobile app provide a transparent, collaborative platform empowering parents and educators to work together seamlessly, marking a vital step toward fostering a supportive and informed educational ecosystem. By bridging tradition with modern innovation, the Birla Group continues to empower communities, enriching the lives of its stakeholders and carrying forward its incredible legacy of excellence in education.’
‘The launch of our new websites and the adoption of the MasterSoft ERP system and mobile app mark a pivotal step in our digital transformation journey,’ said Atreyee Sengupta, Principal of Ashok Hall Higher Secondary School. ‘These tools enhance collaboration, streamline communication, and empower stakeholders, reflecting our commitment to nurturing student potential and redefining education for a brighter future.’
Craig Lucas, principal G.D.Birla Centre for Education said, ‘The new website is designed to be more informative, illustrative and interactive, while our ERP will facilitate better communication, accurate information and closer connect between our parents and the school team of teachers and leaders. The changing times demand that we reimagine, reinvent and redefine the way we transact education.’
‘We are thrilled to launch the Ashok Hall Group of Schools mobile app, a transformative step in embracing technology,’ said Sonali Sarkar, Principal of Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar. ‘With features like performance tracking, homework updates, fee payments, attendance checks, and even a canteen app for working mothers, this platform fosters seamless communication and collaboration. Its user-friendly interface strengthens community bonds, enhances efficiency, and empowers parents, teachers, and students alike to work together for holistic growth.
