Success Stories

LAUSD’s Focus Dashboards Transformation

LAUSD’s Focus Dashboards Transformation

IHI delivered a modern BI platform for LAUSD that centralized data, automated insights, and unlocked self-service reporting—boosting efficiency, visibility, and data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Overview

The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) IT department faced the overwhelming challenge of generating monthly and yearly ad-hoc reports from disparate systems. Siloed data structures and incompatible platforms hindered efficient reporting, KPI monitoring, and risk mitigation.

IHI designed and implemented a multi-tiered, AI-driven Focus Dashboards System, enhancing data accessibility, self-service analytics, and district-wide performance monitoring.

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Client

Sector

Education

ProjectType

B2B

Services Provided

==The Challenge==

LAUSD struggled with several operational and analytical barriers:

  • Siloed & Incompatible Data Systems: Data was trapped in disjointed systems, making reporting time-consuming and inefficient.
  • Cumbersome Ad-Hoc Reporting: IT teams manually aggregated data from multiple sources, delaying decision-making.
  • Lack of Self-Service Capabilities: Departments relied heavily on IT support for data access, creating bottlenecks.
  • Limited Real-Time KPI Monitoring: Leadership lacked real-time visibility into performance metrics and risk factors.

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==The Solution==

IHI delivered a comprehensive BI strategy, implementing a customized, AI-powered dashboarding platform that transformed data analytics and performance tracking across LAUSD.

Key Features Implemented:

  • Multi-Tiered Dashboarding System – Created customized dashboards for district leaders, administrators, and departmental staff, tailored to their unique reporting needs.
  • AI-Enhanced Predictive Analytics – Integrated machine learning algorithms to detect emerging trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Self-Service Data Access – Empowered departments with user-friendly interfaces, reducing dependence on IT teams for reporting.
  • Real-Time KPI Monitoring & Alerts – Designed push notifications and proactive alerts for critical performance indicators.‍
  • Cloud-Based & Mobile-Friendly Dashboards – Ensured secure access from any device, anytime, anywhere.

==The Outcome==

The Focus Dashboards System delivered significant efficiency gains, strategic insights, and operational transparency: 

  • 40% reduction in reporting time, streamlining access to critical district-wide data.
  • Enhanced self-service capabilities, enabling departments to generate reports independently.
  • Improved KPI visibility, allowing leadership to monitor key metrics in real time.
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making, with AI-generated insights enabling proactive risk mitigation.‍
  • Seamless Mobile & Cloud Accessibility, ensuring flexibility for on-the-go monitoring.