Implementation of an Integrated Digital System to Enhance School Management Efficiency

Abstract

General Background: Digital transformation requires schools to integrate technology into management to support efficient, transparent, and responsive services. Specific Background: SD Muhammadiyah Bangil implements CERdig, an integrated digital system connecting academic services, student administration, finance, and parent communication. Knowledge Gap: Primary schools still face fragmented applications, limited digital literacy, inadequate infrastructure, and challenges in implementing integrated systems across management functions. Aims: This study describes CERdig implementation for school management efficiency. Results: Using a descriptive qualitative approach, participant observation, interviews, and documentation, the study found that CERdig accelerates assessment, attendance, administration, financial reporting, information dissemination, and data-driven decision-making, while fostering collaborative, adaptive, transparent, and data-driven work practices. Novelty: The study presents integrated digital management as a unified platform linking academic, administrative, financial, student, and parent communication services. Implications: Continuous user assistance, digital literacy development, and stable internet connectivity are needed for sustainable implementation. Key Findings Highlights Academic, student, financial, and communication services became accessible through one platform. Administrative processing, reporting, and information dissemination became faster and more organized. User assistance supported system adoption despite digital literacy and connectivity barriers. Keywords: Integrated Digital System, CERdig, School Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Transformation