Consultant Insights

Practical Tips to Making Financial Aid Administration Easier

By: Dotti Davidson, FAS Consultant Financial aid offices are tasked with juggling student support, compliance and administration of funds, all within complex systems that impact the entire institution. As a consultant, I have served many schools and and have seen firsthand how small process improvements can make a big difference. At times, there is a knowledge […]

How to Get Your Financial Aid Office Back on Track

By: Delinda “Lindy” Hall Ed.D. The phrase “Help, I’ve Fallen, and I Can’t Get Up” is widely recognized in the context of personal health and safety. Medical alert systems have been developed to assist during emergencies and have proven effective in improving response times and outcomes. However, the success of these systems hinges on one critical action: […]

Is Your PowerFAIDS Software Working for You—Or Against You?

By: Alex Skarr, FAS Consultant  In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, financial aid software is key in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and compliance of financial aid awarding processes. Even though many recognize the impact of technology on financial aid operations, it remains an under leveraged tool when it comes to maximizing efficiency, reducing compliance […]

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