iSAMS launches Reports Designer tool for reports customisation and styling
iSAMS, a leading provider of school management software, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest innovation, the Reports Designer tool. This solution is designed to offer a new level of customisation for schools utilising the iSAMS platform.
Schools often encounter challenges when tailoring their reports, either through lack of in-house resources or software limitations in customisation capabilities. The iSAMS Reports Designer tool empowers schools to independently customise and update their reports, eliminating barriers. By offering a simple drag and drop interface, the solution enables all users to undertake tasks such as these for the first time, regardless of level of technical ability.
The key functionality of the Reports Designer tool includes the replication and customisation of both built-in and custom reports, updates to reports built by individual schools, and an enhanced, modern, and fresh user interface for seamless navigation and modification.
The Reports Designer tool provides functionality for reporting on virtually all areas of iSAMS. Covering core student information, attendance data, house points analysis, end-of-term/year academic reporting, and more, Reports Designer empowers seamless access to your full school database. Utilise this solution to repurpose data in any report alongside other sets of data in various formats. This could be raw data in a spreadsheet, or data displayed in charts or graphs. With this tool the possibilities for Business Intelligence are limitless.
“iSAMS is dedicated to enhancing user experience and will persist in innovating this, post initial launch. Through this tool, iSAMS strives to empower schools by facilitating the design and development of reports directly within the platform. As iSAMS refines the Reports Designer tool, schools can expect ongoing updates and improvements to simplify their reporting procedures.” said Nicholas Clark, Head of Product, iSAMS by IRIS.
To support the release of Reports Designer, iSAMS have also published a supplementary free course on their iUniversity platform to ensure that users can make the most out of the new tool. The course takes users through the process of customising reports, including editing text and fields, fonts and styling, adding images, and more.
iUniversity is an online learning platform that enables subscribed iSAMS users to learn about the iSAMS Student Management System and range of additional modules, according to their own schedules. With this dedicated platform, iSAMS hopes to empower schools to harness the iSAMS software to its fullest potential.
Latest Updates: Enhanced Flexibility and Usability
We’re pleased to announce a significant update to Reports Designer, introducing a range of improvements including two standout features that elevate both flexibility and usability:
Rich Text Formatting in Textboxes
Newly enhanced textboxes now bridge the gap between SSRS and Reports Designer. They support rich text formatting, enabling users to:
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Apply styles like bold, italic, and underline
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Insert fields more intuitively
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Structure content with bullet points and improved layout options
This enhancement makes it easier than ever to create polished, professional-looking reports.
Document Outline Navigation
A brand-new Document Outline feature has also been introduced, allowing users to:
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Instantly jump to any element within a report
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Navigate complex, layered reports with a single click
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Save time and reduce clicks when editing large documents
This is especially valuable for feature-rich reports with multiple overlapping components.
Schools can access the self-service Reports Designer tool at no additional cost. For inquiries regarding the Reports Designer tool, schools are encouraged to reach out to their dedicated Customer Account Manager.