The ability to set an admission date timezone in iSAMS is useful for several reasons:
Global Accessibility: Schools with international students or multiple campuses across different time zones can ensure that admission dates are accurately reflected for all users, regardless of their location.
Accurate Record-Keeping: It helps maintain precise records by aligning admission dates with the local time zone, reducing confusion and potential errors in data entry.
Improved Communication: Parents and students receive notifications and updates in their local time, enhancing clarity and reducing the likelihood of missed deadlines.
Compliance and Reporting: Ensures compliance with local regulations and facilitates accurate reporting and analysis based on the correct time zone.
To adjust the admission date timezone from the hard-coded "London/Europe" to a set timezone, the following could be implemented:
User Interface Update: Add a timezone selection option in the admissions module settings, allowing administrators to choose the appropriate timezone for their school.
Database Adjustment: Modify the database schema to store the timezone information along with the admission date.
Backend Logic: Update the backend logic to handle timezone conversions when displaying, storing, and processing admission dates.
Notification System: Ensure that the notification system sends emails and alerts based on the selected timezone.
Testing and Validation: Thoroughly test the new functionality to ensure it works correctly across different time zones and scenarios.
Implementing these changes will make the admissions process more efficient and user-friendly for schools using iSAMS
