Banner Upgrade

In 2018, Information Technology Services will upgrade the university’s Enterprise Resource Program (ERP) Ellucian Banner to the newest version, Banner 9.  The new version provides a modern look and feel, expands browser options, and eliminates the need for Java. This is a multi-year project with two main phases – phase one focuses on Banner INB and phase two will focus on Self-Service Banner, myLongwood.  We have been working with campus partners and stakeholders to develop a coordinated project plan and testing effort. Project details for phase two will be announced at a later date.

Phase One Timeline

(dates are subject to change)

Banner INB to Banner Admin Upgrade

2017

• Implement IT Sandbox Environment
• Implement Testing Environment
• Identify and partner with campus Testing Coordinators

2018

• Testing and Training - January – September
  • Department specific testing and training
  • Open Labs
    • Open Labs are being held in FRENCH 104 - No sign up is required!

Tuesday, September 18th 1:30—3:30        Wednesday, September 19th 1:30—3:30

Wednesday, September 26th 1:30—3:30   Thursday, September 27th 1:30—3:30

Wednesday, October 3rd 1:30– 3:30         Thursday, October 4th 1:30—3:30

Tuesday, October 16th 1:30—3:30            Wednesday, October 17th 1:30—3:30 

Tuesday, October 23rd  9:00-10:00           Tuesday, October 30th  3:00-4:00

Friday, November 9th 2:00-3:00               Friday, November 9th 3:00-4:00 

• Upgrade Dates - Please note that Banner INB will run in parallel with BannerAdmin until all departments and users have been trained.
  • February 26, 2018
    • Student Admin (Registrar's Office, Admissions Office)
    • Financial Aid Admin (Financial Aid Office)
    • Student Accounts Admin (Cashiering and Student Accounts)
    • General Admin
  • October 29, 2018
    • Finance Admin
    • Human Resources Admin
    • Position Control Admin

Phase Two Timeline

(dates are subject to change)

Banner SSB to Banner Self-Service Applications Upgrade

2017

• Implement IT Sandbox Environment
• Implement Testing Environment
• Identify pilot application - Faculty Grade Entry
• Test with Registrar's Office and pilot group

2018

• Spring
  
  • Implement in Testing Environment and test - Registration Application
• Fall
  • Pilot group test - Faculty Grade Entry (new version)
  • Identify additional Applications 

2019

• Spring
  • Pilot Group Test - Roll Registration Application 
  • Test and implement additional Applications
• Fall
  • Roll Registration Application to Production
  • Test and implement additional Applications