Article Contents
Introduction
The Grant Thornton Foundation, a prominent professional services firm in Uganda, sought to enhance its student assessment processes by implementing Eklavvya’s online assessment platform.
This case study explores the challenges faced by Grant Thornton Uganda, the implementation process, and the impact of adopting this digital solution in Uganda.
About Grant Thornton Uganda
Grant Thornton Uganda, originally established as A.M. Shah & Sons in 1939, has grown into one of the largest professional services firms in Uganda, with a team of over 120 professionals.
The firm provides a comprehensive range of business advisory services, including audit, tax, and business process solutions. With over 50 years of experience working in Africa, Grant Thornton Uganda is known for its diligence, knowledge, and independence.
The firm collaborates closely with Grant Thornton member firms worldwide, offering clients access to a vast network of services to support regional business growth.
Challenges Faced
Before implementing the Eklavvya platform, Grant Thornton Uganda encountered several significant challenges in their student registration and assessment processes:

1. Online Registration:
- Utilized Google Forms for student registration, which lacked integration with payment systems, leading to inefficiencies.
2. Fee Collection:
- Relied on manual collection of registration fees, which was time-consuming and prone to errors.
3. Online Payment:
- The absence of an online payment facility made the process cumbersome for both the organization and the students.
Implementation of Eklavvya’s Online Assessment Platform
To address these challenges, Grant Thornton Uganda implemented a dual-solution approach:
1. Digital Registration:
- Enabled seamless online registration of students, improving the overall admission process.
2. Online Assessment for Exams:
- Facilitated online assessments post-registration, significantly enhancing the examination process.

How Eklavvya helped Grant Thornton
The adoption of Eklavvya brought several benefits to Grant Thornton Uganda:

1. Smoother Registration:
- The platform streamlined the admission process with an integrated online registration system and proper payment gateway integration.
2. Payment Gateway Integration:
- Enabled online payment collection, simplifying fee management and reducing manual workload.
3. Seamless Review Facility:
- Provided an efficient review system for questions and answers, enhancing the examination experience.
4. Immediate Results:
- Allowed instant declaration of exam results, improving transparency and efficiency in the assessment process.
5. Performance Analytics:
- Offered detailed exam-wise performance analytics, aiding in better student assessment and feedback.
Results and Impact
The implementation of Eklavvya significantly improved the registration and assessment processes at Grant Thornton Uganda:
1. Efficiency:
- Reduced manual workload and minimized errors in the registration and fee collection process, resulting in smoother operations.
2. Student Experience:
- Enhanced the overall experience for students, making the process more accessible and user-friendly, thus increasing satisfaction.
3. Performance Insights:
- Provided valuable insights into student performance, helping educators identify areas of improvement and success, ultimately contributing to better educational outcomes.

Conclusion
The successful implementation of the Eklavvya online assessment platform by Grant Thornton Uganda exemplifies the positive impact of digital solutions in educational assessments.
This case study highlights how technology can streamline processes, improve efficiency, and provide valuable analytics, ultimately contributing to better educational outcomes in Uganda.
The project stands as a testament to the benefits of integrating modern technology into traditional educational systems, paving the way for future advancements in the field.