64 th ILLINOIS ASBO CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS APRIL 29 – MAY 1, #iasboAC15 The Art of the Financial Software Search Learn how districts face the challenge of starting the evaluation process for new business systems. For example: In what areas does my district struggle most? Have we defined a software wish list for a new system? Get a snapshot of what is in today's marketplace and how other districts have met this challenge.

64 th ILLINOIS ASBO CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS APRIL 29 – MAY 1, #iasboAC15 Presenters Moderator: Kevin Dale, Business Manager, Rochelle Twp HSD 212 Speaker: Peggy Koonce, Industry Specialist, Skyward, Inc. Speaker: Eric Vance, Sales Representative, Computer Information Concepts, Inc. Over 30 years of involvement with ASBO

64 th ILLINOIS ASBO CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS APRIL 29 – MAY 1, #iasboAC15 4 Step Process Stage 1 – Planning Stage 2 – Evaluation Stage 3 – Implementation Stage 4 - Support

64 th ILLINOIS ASBO CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS APRIL 29 – MAY 1, #iasboAC15 Planning Phase What are my business challenges? Staff and Board buy-in? Is an RFP need? Required? What system will we evaluate? Goals – end result? Timeline for decision/Implementation?

64 th ILLINOIS ASBO CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS APRIL 29 – MAY 1, #iasboAC15 Evaluation Phase Demo structure – onsite/webinar, committee? Is the product K-12 specific? Are software updates included? Is your wish list being met? Do you have site visits scheduled/reference checks?

64 th ILLINOIS ASBO CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS APRIL 29 – MAY 1, #iasboAC15 Implementation Timeline – installation for “go-live”? Is your data ready to go? What role does the vendor play in this process? Does training rate include all fees? Is consulting provided? Is a dedicated Project Manager assigned to your district?

64 th ILLINOIS ASBO CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS APRIL 29 – MAY 1, #iasboAC15 On-going Support What type of support/professional development does the vendor offer? What is your district process? Where is customer support located? What is the average response time? Is there a User Group in the state?

64 th ILLINOIS ASBO CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS APRIL 29 – MAY 1, #iasboAC15 4 Step Process Stage 1 – Planning Stage 2 – Evaluation Stage 3 – Implementation Stage 4 - Support

64 th ILLINOIS ASBO CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS APRIL 29 – MAY 1, #iasboAC15 Thank You! Thank you for attending the 64 th Annual IASBO Conference. Enjoy the rest of the session & your time at the conference!