
Higher Education
Transforming Higher Education Excellence: A Success Story with PCL
PCL partnered with a globally renowned university, transforming core structures through Oracle solutions. Addressing intricate payroll challenges for 15,000 staff, the project resulted in a fully automated system, enhanced leave management, and empowered line managers. The success establishes a future-ready foundation, marking a milestone in Higher Education innovation.
Customer Profile
Global Prominence: The university enjoys a distinguished status globally, consistently securing a position among the top 50 universities.
Diverse Community: With an annual intake of over 45,000 students from 150+ countries and a workforce of 15,000 staff worldwide, the institution thrives on a diverse and dynamic environment.
Diverse Community: With an annual intake of over 45,000 students from 150+ countries and a workforce of 15,000 staff worldwide, the institution thrives on a diverse and dynamic environment.
Business Challenge
Payroll Complexity: Managing the payroll for a diverse workforce of 15,000 staff and subsidiaries posed intricate challenges that required simplification.
Configurable Solution: The university sought a highly configurable solution that could seamlessly integrate HR, finance, and operational processes.
Timely and Accurate Payroll: The imperative was to ensure that the payroll processes were executed with precision, automation, and adherence to deadlines.
Configurable Solution: The university sought a highly configurable solution that could seamlessly integrate HR, finance, and operational processes.
Timely and Accurate Payroll: The imperative was to ensure that the payroll processes were executed with precision, automation, and adherence to deadlines.

PCL’s Higher Ed Oracle implementation exceeded expectations at Horizon University. As Director of Academic Affairs, I witnessed transformative efficiency and innovation, optimizing our educational processes. A truly remarkable partnership!
– Emily Johnson, Director of Academic Affairs
– Emily Johnson, Director of Academic Affairs
Why customer chose PCL?
Proven Track Record: PCL’ demonstrated success in delivering transformative solutions and expertise in the Higher Education sector influenced the university’s decision.
Industry specific Solutions: PCL’ commitment to understanding the specific challenges faced by Higher Education institutions and tailoring solutions accordingly set them apart.
Industry specific Solutions: PCL’ commitment to understanding the specific challenges faced by Higher Education institutions and tailoring solutions accordingly set them apart.
Solutions
- Comprehensive Oracle Solutions: PCL implemented a suite of Oracle solutions including Cloud ERP, Cloud HCM, Recruitment Cloud, and Intelligent Adviser.
- Extended Implementation: The initiative expanded to include Cloud Payroll, Oracle Time and Labor, and Absence, addressing the nuanced requirements of Higher Education institutions.
Results
The successful implementation of Oracle HCM at Higher education resulted in:
- Automated Payroll System: The implementation resulted in a fully automated payroll system that streamlined pay and pensions calculations, including retrospective calculations.
- Enhanced Leave Management: The solution included recording and approval of annual and other leave types, ensuring precise tracking and management.
- Line Manager Tools: New applications empowered line managers and administrative staff, allowing them to efficiently update contracts and manage salary costs through dedicated portals.
