Enhancing Data Management Efficiency in Higher Education: A Case Study on the Development of P2M Applications

Developing research and community service (P2M) applications is crucial in enhancing efficiency and accuracy in managing related data at higher education institutions. This research aims to design a web-based application that simplifies the data management process for research, community service, and associated activities at Universitas Informatika dan Bisnis Indonesia (UNIBI). The research engaged the Rapid Application Development (RAD) methodology to actively incorporate stakeholders throughout the application development lifecycle, thereby guaranteeing alignment with their requirements. The results showed that the developed Application effectively resolved inaccurate data displays, manual data collection, and inefficient validation processes. Key features include a more accurate dashboard, an automated article validation tool integrated with Google Scholar, and streamlined submission community service activities. The activity submission process enhances operational efficiency and improves transparency and accountability in managing academic data. This research contributes to the broader adoption of digital solutions in educational administration, offering significant improvements in data accuracy and management at UNIBI.