CashNet update

Today we met to discuss our requirements for extending CashNet self-service through myCI.

The University already uses CashNet for processing student payment of fees through CI Records.

During this next CashNet implementation phase, we will be extending CashNet functionality to enable students and employees to add funds to their various DolphinOne Card account "buckets" via myCI.

A kick-off conference call with the CashNet team has been scheduled for Monday, June 7 at 3pm.

Pharos, Dining and PHIL station updates

PHAROS:

1. A user testing meeting was held this week; test plan, results form, and instructions were given to testing participants. Initial tests have been successful. 
2. Pharos Uniprint 8.x accessibility issues are being evaluated. 

Campus Dining

1. Selected AT3000 as desired terminal type for University Glen vendors
2. Reviewed updated schedule during planning meeting

PHIL Stations

1. Can launch without guest cards; awaiting guest card delivery ETA from manufacturer
2. PHIL station accessibility evaluation is in progress; once completed, will be ready to launch.

One Card PHIL Station locations

The PHIL stations have been installed in the University Student Union (USU) and Broome Library.

Here's the location in the USU:

It's located in the alcove next to the water fountains, near the reception area.




Here's what it will look like once operational:




It was nice to see that the USU staff at the reception desk were already aware of its existence. However, because it's tucked away, additional signage may be necessary to improve visibility of its location.

Here's the one on the 1st floor of Broome Library, right behind Freudian Sip:







NOTE: both stations are currenty being configured and are not operational. Out of order signs are posted on both stations.

PHIL Station and PHAROS updates

We've made some excellent progress this week, here is the latest update. 


PHIL Stations:

1. Both PHIL stations have been installed. One is located in Broome Library, and the other is located in the University Student Union. They are not yet available for student use.
2. Test credit card transactions were successfully processed on both machines. Further testing is underway.

PHAROS Phase 1:

Test plans and test forms have been created. Test participants have been contacted regarding test details. Testing group includes currently enrolled students, student assistants and employees.


Core System:

DolphinOne sample was received. Some changes were made, and have been sent back to the vendor for final production.

Phase 1 Project update

Here's the latest update on Phase 1 of the One Card Project. 

Core System:

1. New DolphinOne and guest cards have been designed and submitted to vendor for manufacture. Estimated delivery for newly produced cards is June 14.
2. BlackBoard Transaction System (BBTS) upgrade has been installed; testing and configuration tweaks are in progress.

Campus Dining:

1. Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow for a subgroup to discuss campus dining timeline and outstanding issues.

Card Services:

1. Documentation of organizational support in progress. Terms of Service (ToS) document for One Card support is about 30% complete. This document will largely define procedures regarding typical card support processes (such as help for card system problems, service outages, lost/damaged/stolen cards, refunds, etc).
2. Card Services Web site has been launched; includes project roadmap.

PHIL Stations:

1. The PHIL stations are the automated card-charging and guest card issue kiosks. 
2. A work request has been submitted to Operations, Planning and Construction (OPC) for installation of first PHIL station (to be located in the Broome Library). Completion date for work is to be determined. 

PHAROS Phase 1:
A parallel PHAROS core system has been upgraded from v7 to v8. This upgrade includes integration with BBTS to enable swipe-to-release printing using the DolphinOne card. The upgraded v8 will continue to run in parallel (for the time being) with v7. Testing of the PHAROS v8 system with current students is in progress.

The version 8 system will be initially used for 2 devices in the University Library:

• one device in Computer Room (BRO 1330) for color & black-and-white printing only; and 
• one device on the 1st floor (behind Freudian Sip) for color printing and copying.

Go-live for these two devices is scheduled for Tuesday, June 8. In the meanwhile, Summer session students at the University will continue to use the existing PaperCut printing system until the new devices are launched.

New web site and roadmap

The CI Card Services web site launched today at http://www.csuci.edu/cardservices/.

The site currently provides project background & contact information. New features, including frequently asked questions and help for students, employees and guests are currently under development.

The Card Project Roadmap outlines the direction for the deployment of card-related services over the next several years at the University. The roadmap will continue to be defined in greater detail as the project requirements become more clear.

Do you have additional items to add to the roadmap, or have some changes to recommend? Post a comment on the blog or contact us.