Digital Transformation Initiative
Information Technology Services
Digital Transformation Initiative
The Digital Transformation Initiative (DTI) is upgrading the systems that our students, faculty, and staff use to work, learn, and connect across our campus community.
A multi-year plan modernizing the university’s core technology systems, the DTI will make everyday tasks clearer, faster, and more connected for students, faculty, and staff.
From registering for classes and managing research to processing payroll and accessing HR services, the DTI is building a more streamlined digital environment that supports our mission and the people who carry it forward.
These upgrades retire outdated systems, reduce manual work, and improve access to real-time information—so you can spend less time navigating systems and more time focused on learning, teaching, and serving our community.
Loyola is transitioning legacy systems to secure, cloud-based platforms across key areas such as:
- Student information
- Finance and human resources
- Research administration
- Advancement
Project Details
Workday Implementation
The DTI includes a multi-year implementation of Workday software that will update our campus Human Capital Management and Finance systems to meet the unique and evolving needs of higher education.
Learn moreStudent Information System Revitalization
LOCUS, the university’s Student Information System (SIS), is currently being overhauled and modernized. This version will offer students, faculty and staff a plethora of benefits, including enhanced data accuracy, streamlined course registration and improved academic recordkeeping, all while strengthening institutional capacity.
Learn MoreCayuse Implementation
Many university departments can look forward to the implementation of the new electronic Research Administration (eRA) platform, Cayuse. The Office of Research Services (ORS) is hosting this project which will implement a system that supports the entire research lifecycle — including proposal submission, grant management, compliance monitoring and reporting. The project aims to streamline administrative tasks and reduce the amount of time spent on manual processes.
Learn moreEnterprise Portal
A “one stop shop” for everything that needs to be done on any given day, the Enterprise Portal Project will serve as a centralized digital gateway for all students, faculty and staff. Currently in development, it’s being created in a thoughtful and purposeful way that will optimize internal communications and highlight your access to academic, financial, and campus life services.
Learn moreSalesforce Ascend
Aimed to improve alumni and donor management, the university’s Advancement department implemented a Salesforce solution, ascend system in early 2025 that is currently in use by the department.
Learn moreDTI Guiding Principles
Strategic Framework
The DTI advances Loyola’s Strategic Plan, supporting Pillar IV—Strengthen Our Institutional Capacity for Future Growth—by modernizing the systems and processes that support our students, faculty, and staff.
The new systems represent a significant investment in Loyola’s digital infrastructure with the goal of automating business processes, increasing efficiency, and enhancing your experience. These upgraded enterprise technology projects support Loyola's commitment to innovation, operational excellence and mission-driven transformation.
DTI Milestones and Updates
Stay Updated
Email: digitaltransformation@luc.edu with questions or feedback.
Thank you for all you do every day in service of our mission and campus community.
DTI Guiding Principles
Strategic Framework
The DTI advances Loyola’s Strategic Plan, supporting Pillar IV—Strengthen Our Institutional Capacity for Future Growth—by modernizing the systems and processes that support our students, faculty, and staff.
The new systems represent a significant investment in Loyola’s digital infrastructure with the goal of automating business processes, increasing efficiency, and enhancing your experience. These upgraded enterprise technology projects support Loyola's commitment to innovation, operational excellence and mission-driven transformation.
DTI Milestones and Updates
Stay Updated
Email: digitaltransformation@luc.edu with questions or feedback.
Thank you for all you do every day in service of our mission and campus community.