FAQ

What is Chalkpad CMS?
Campus Management Solutions are leading the way in this education technology revolution by allowing information to be shared throughout an institution in real time. Tasks that once required usage of lots of paperwork and files such as attendance records, examination marks, report cards, notices, time-tabling, and discipline tracking can now all be centralized under one integrated data management system and distributed to the appropriate users through secure, permission-based log-ins.

Chalkpad Campus Management Solution allows Management, students, teachers, parents, and principal/administrators to easily communicate, share information, and manage their tasks from any computer with an Internet connection to unify entire institution communities around single, powerful databases, saving time, cutting down on duplication of efforts, and reducing rising costs for document storage.
How quickly can I deploy Chalkpad CMS?
No deployment time is required for Chalkpad CMS. The system can be up and running as soon as the migration of data is complete. Chalkpad CMS can be accessed like any other web-based email.
How will the implementation process of Chalkpad CMS impact my institution's day-to-day management?
We'll work with your assigned project manager, on daily basis, during off hours at a convenient time.
How do I access the Chalkpad CMS application?
Just as you would access your email, similarly, you would be able to access Chalkpad CMS anytime, anywhere through a standard web browser with a single intelligent Login.
Can I get a demo of Chalkpad CMS?
Yes, we offer a fully-functional demo of Chalkpad CMS. To schedule a demo, please contact a Chalkpad CMS campus evangelist at +91 97791 50737 or send your request to info@chalkpad.in
How do I implement Chalkpad CMS in my institution?
Once you decide to implement Chalkpad CMS in your Institution, we will work with your project manager to make sure that Chalkpad CMS fits with your current systems, your operations, and the capability of the staff who will use it. Our Chalkpad Implementation Team (CIT) will help you determine which sections of Chalkpad CMS need to be configured to your particular needs. And so you're confident with Chalkpad CMS, we also provide free initial training, comprehensive user documentation, and thorough post-implementation support.
What are the key benefits of Chalkpad CMS for my institution?
  • Chalkpad CMS streamlines you institution's key processes and centralises management across all your campuses, departments, and even out location sites.
  • Chalkpad CMS's low cost of entry lets you grow your institution and decrease your upfront costs. Chalkpad CMS's modest fee structure means predictable yearly costs which you can easily pass on to students. You can effectively run Chalkpad CMS without any costs! Routine upgrades and enhancements are automatic and completely free of charge.
  • Chalkpad CMS can be accessed from anytime anywhere. Anyone with permission (Secure Login) can access and work on all student information at any time of day/night from anywhere in the world
  • Since we are managing Chalkpad CMS, you get a sophisticated information management system at multiple sites, with multiple users without having to invest in expensive computer server infrastructure or hardware. There will be no maintenance, no specialist technical staff required, no old equipment, and no depreciation.
What are the software/hardware requirements needed to run Chalkpad CMS?
Chalkpad can run on any system that can be used to check your email. Most of the systems are now available with Internet facility.
How do I get my current data into Chalkpad CMS?
Our Chalkpad Implementation Team will work with you to get your existing data into the Chalkpad system before making the system live.
What is the use of Chalkpad CMS to parents?
Chalkpad CMS will give parents enriched information about their child's progress on their PC and mobile phone. Also parents can directly access information regarding the status of their child's attendance and they can even communicate directly with their ward's teacher.
Do I Need Broadband connection to access Chalkpad CMS?
No. technically speaking the Chalkpad CMS can be accessed with a dial-up internet connection also, but the speed will be low. However, we recommend that your institution uses a dedicated broadband connection to access Chalkpad CMS to ensure the best possible performance.
What are the main benefits of selecting a Web based Campus Management Solution like Chalkpad CMS?
  • Low total cost of ownership – There is no need to invest in expensive hardware – PC servers, new PCs, new software licenses, maintenance, or technical staff. Free initial training on Chalkpad CMS can further reduce your institution's training expenses
  • 24x7x365 availability from anywhere, any time - Access from anywhere inside your University, College or School campus, from home, or any computer worldwide that has a web browser and Internet connection.
  • No software licenses – Chalkpad CMS is hosted at our location, therefore per PC software licensing is not required, and no need to install the software on every PC that accesses the management system. Therefore no need to upgrade every PC when there's an update.
  • Data security. The hosting centre typically backs-up your data three or more times a day, with any required restorations taking place automatically.
  • PC Hardware independent – Chalkpad CMS can be accessed from any Laptop/Desktop Windows PC.
  • No software maintenance - The Chalkpad development team will perform all adequate performance monitoring, maintenance, and routine upgrades.
What is a web based Hosted Solution?
Chalkpad CMS is a hosted campus management solution, which simply means that the PC servers used to run Chalkpad CMS are located at a secure data centre, and you access Chalkpad CMS and your information over the Internet using a web browser. This solution is very similar to using your web based email like Yahoo/Rediffmail or Internet banking or booking your railway ticket through Indian Railways website.
Does Chalkpad supports additional growth of number of students/additional branches?
Chalkpad CMS grows with your vision. You can start off with one institution with low number of students, expand to other locations, grow in other cities and even take your institution to other countries and add any number of students — all with the same centralised campus management solution. Chalkpad CMS will provide all the help you'll ever need, full user support, free initial training, and complete online help at all your locations.

What is Chalkpad CMS?
Campus Management Solutions are leading the way in this education technology revolution by allowing information to be shared throughout an institution in real time. Tasks that once required usage of lots of paperwork and files such as attendance records, examination marks, report cards, notices, time-tabling, and discipline tracking can now all be centralized under one integrated data management system and distributed to the appropriate users through secure, permission-based log-ins.
Chalkpad Campus Management Solution allows Management, students, teachers, parents, and principal/administrators to easily communicate, share information, and manage their tasks from any computer with an Internet connection to unify entire institution communities around single, powerful databases, saving time, cutting down on duplication of efforts, and reducing rising costs for document storage.

How quickly can I deploy Chalkpad CMS?
No deployment time is required for Chalkpad CMS. The system can be up and running as soon as the migration of data is complete. Chalkpad CMS can be accessed like any other web-based email.

How will the implementation process of Chalkpad CMS impact my institution's day-to-day management?
We'll work with your assigned project manager, on daily basis, during off hours at a convenient time.

How do I access the Chalkpad CMS application?
Just as you would access your email, similarly, you would be able to access Chalkpad CMS anytime, anywhere through a standard web browser with a single intelligent Login.

Can I get a demo of Chalkpad CMS?
Yes, we offer a fully-functional demo of Chalkpad CMS. To schedule a demo, please contact a Chalkpad CMS campus evangelist at +91 97791 50737 or send your request to info@chalkpad.in

How do I implement Chalkpad CMS in my institution?
Once you decide to implement Chalkpad CMS in your Institution, we will work with your project manager to make sure that Chalkpad CMS fits with your current systems, your operations, and the capability of the staff who will use it. Our Chalkpad Implementation Team (CIT) will help you determine which sections of Chalkpad CMS need to be configured to your particular needs. And so you're confident with Chalkpad CMS, we also provide free initial training, comprehensive user documentation, and thorough post-implementation support.

What are the key benefits of Chalkpad CMS for my institution?
  • Chalkpad CMS streamlines you institution's key processes and centralises management across all your campuses, departments, and even out location sites.
  • Chalkpad CMS's low cost of entry lets you grow your institution and decrease your upfront costs. Chalkpad CMS's modest fee structure means predictable yearly costs which you can easily pass on to students. You can effectively run Chalkpad CMS without any costs! Routine upgrades and enhancements are automatic and completely free of charge.
  • Chalkpad CMS can be accessed from anytime anywhere. Anyone with permission (Secure Login) can access and work on all student information at any time of day/night from anywhere in the world
  • Since we are managing Chalkpad CMS, you get a sophisticated information management system at multiple sites, with multiple users without having to invest in expensive computer server infrastructure or hardware. There will be no maintenance, no specialist technical staff required, no old equipment, and no depreciation.


What are the software/hardware requirements needed to run Chalkpad CMS?
Chalkpad can run on any system that can be used to check your email. Most of the systems are now available with Internet facility.

How do I get my current data into Chalkpad CMS?
Our Chalkpad Implementation Team will work with you to get your existing data into the Chalkpad system before making the system live.

What is the use of Chalkpad CMS to parents?
Chalkpad CMS will give parents enriched information about their child's progress on their PC and mobile phone. Also parents can directly access information regarding the status of their child's attendance and they can even communicate directly with their ward's teacher.

Do I Need Broadband connection to access Chalkpad CMS?
No. technically speaking the Chalkpad CMS can be accessed with a dial-up internet connection also, but the speed will be low. However, we recommend that your institution uses a dedicated broadband connection to access Chalkpad CMS to ensure the best possible performance.

What are the main benefits of selecting a Web based Campus Management Solution like Chalkpad CMS?
  • Low total cost of ownership – There is no need to invest in expensive hardware – PC servers, new PCs, new software licenses, maintenance, or technical staff. Free initial training on Chalkpad CMS can further reduce your institution's training expenses
  • 24x7x365 availability from anywhere, any time - Access from anywhere inside your University, College or School campus, from home, or any computer worldwide that has a web browser and Internet connection.
  • No software licenses – Chalkpad CMS is hosted at our location, therefore per PC software licensing is not required, and no need to install the software on every PC that accesses the management system. Therefore no need to upgrade every PC when there's an update.
  • Data security. The hosting centre typically backs-up your data three or more times a day, with any required restorations taking place automatically.
  • PC Hardware independent – Chalkpad CMS can be accessed from any Laptop/Desktop Windows PC.
  • No software maintenance - The Chalkpad development team will perform all adequate performance monitoring, maintenance, and routine upgrades.


What is a web based Hosted Solution?
Chalkpad CMS is a hosted campus management solution, which simply means that the PC servers used to run Chalkpad CMS are located at a secure data centre, and you access Chalkpad CMS and your information over the Internet using a web browser. This solution is very similar to using your web based email like Yahoo/Rediffmail or Internet banking or booking your railway ticket through Indian Railways website.

Does Chalkpad supports additional growth of number of students/additional branches?
Chalkpad CMS grows with your vision. You can start off with one institution with low number of students, expand to other locations, grow in other cities and even take your institution to other countries and add any number of students — all with the same centralised campus management solution. Chalkpad CMS will provide all the help you'll ever need, full user support, free initial training, and complete online help at all your locations.