How Walnut Schools Transformed Operations with Unity and Frappe Cloud: A Success Story

How Walnut Schools Streamlined Operations with Unity and Frappe Cloud

Managing a school is no small feat. From teaching and testing to handling finance, HRMS, and compliance, educational institutions are complex ecosystems that require robust systems and processes. At Walnut Schools, we recognized the need for an integrated solution to bring all these aspects under one roof, ensuring efficient management and seamless operations. This is where Unity and Frappe Cloud played a pivotal role.

The Challenge: Disconnected Systems and Data Overload

Schools, like Walnut, are dynamic environments where managing multiple software solutions for different functions quickly becomes unmanageable. The need to connect disparate systems, handle new government regulations, and ensure data governance was becoming a herculean task. We needed a solution that could centralize our data, support governance practices, and streamline our management processes.

The Solution: Unity and the Power of Frappe Cloud

The answer to our challenges came in the form of Frappe—a low-code, no-code framework and Unity, in just six months. What previously took five years to build was now simplified and made more efficient.

Initially, we thought hosting the solution on our own VPS would be a good idea. However, managing DevOps proved to be more complex and time-consuming than anticipated. This is where Frappe Cloud came in, providing us with a hassle-free, scalable environment to host our solution. With Frappe Cloud, we no longer had to worry about security, updates, or server management. The platform’s support for ticket raising, server upgrades, and general maintenance was a game-changer for us.

Innovative Engineering Hacks for Seamless Implementation

To ensure a smooth transition and continuous development, we implemented some innovative engineering hacks. One such solution was our UAT bench app, which retrieved a daily anonymized dump of production data to test new functionalities. This allowed us to develop and test features quickly, without compromising the integrity of our production environment.

The Role of the implementation team

Our success wouldn’t have been possible without the dedicated support of our partner Effetrix Systems Pvt Ltd. Their team played an instrumental role in transitioning us from our outdated, broken ERP system to the robust and scalable Unity platform. Their expertise in implementing and supporting the Frappe-based solution ensured a smooth and successful transition, enabling us to focus on what matters most—providing quality education.

Conclusion: A New Era of School Management with Unity

Today, Walnut Schools operates efficiently and effectively, thanks to Unity and Frappe Cloud. The integration of these technologies has not only streamlined our operations but has also empowered us to adapt quickly to new challenges and regulations. For any educational institution looking to simplify their management processes, we would highly recommend Unity and Frappe Cloud as a compelling solution.