University

One of the UK’s largest universities, with 4,000 staff and 40,000 students, faced major challenges managing vast, outdated data. Limited resources and legacy systems led to poor‑quality information, driving the need for improved data accuracy and more efficient, modernised processes.

Just to let you know, all your hard work certainly paid off at our end – it was so much easier, simpler and quicker to import our attributes this time! That was such a relief thanks so much for all your hard work on the formatting.

Tom

Head of Development Operations, University

The Situation

The University needed its data to be compatible with Raiser’s Edge software, similar to an Access Database, and required a bespoke approach to make importing files seamless and cost-effective. They perform an annual data cleanse, including names, addresses, and unique IDs, and wanted a solution that could improve efficiency and accuracy.

The Solution

Hopewiser began by assessing the data using Data Optimisation, a process designed to:

  • Add missing fields
  • Remove errors and inconsistencies
  • Enrich and suppress records using multiple datasets

The University received:

  • A duplicate records file and detailed statistical report
  • Corrected non-matched addresses
  • Deceased and goneaway flags for accurate segmentation

Finally, Hopewiser tailored the return files for easy integration into internal systems, reducing time and complexity.

The Result

The University now benefits from:

  • Streamlined operations and high-quality data
  • Simpler, faster imports into Raiser’s Edge
  • A clear, accurate view of their database

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