AWS Cloud Migration Increases Availability and Agility for ISU

How Illinois State University Optimized PeopleSoft with ERPA + AWS Cloud Migration

Illinois State University (ISU) relies on PeopleSoft to manage key operations, from student records to Human Resources (HR) and payroll. But as demand for uptime and performance grew, ISU faced a challenge: managing an increasingly complex IT infrastructure with limited internal resources. Competing for tech talent in a region dominated by major corporations made it even harder to maintain the level of support needed for critical university systems. ISU knew they had to rethink their approach.

ISU’s collaboration with ERPA demonstrates the power of a strategic partnership in modernizing enterprise applications. With a dedicated support team, seamless cloud migration, and a scalable infrastructure, ISU can now focus on delivering value to its students and staff—proving that the right partner makes all the difference in long-term operational success.

Download the case study to read about the increased scalability, flexibility, and optimization ISU gained with their hybrid model.

The Challenge

ISU’s on-premises environment couldn’t meet their evolving needs. Course registration spikes strained system performance, staff spent too much time on maintenance instead of innovation, and vendor limitations made it difficult to make real-time adjustments.

The Solution

Illinois State University sought a strategic partner to modernize its PeopleSoft environment without compromising system stability. ERPA’s tailored approach provided the expertise, flexibility, and hands-on support ISU needed to migrate to AWS, enhance system performance, and reinforce internal efficiencies.

The Outcome

By leveraging ERPA’s expertise and the capabilities of Amazon’s public cloud, ISU achieved greater transparency, automation, and efficiency in its PeopleSoft environment.

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Customer Testimonials

Todd Smoak, part 1

Illinois State University regards ERPA as an extension of their PeopleSoft team. In this interview, Todd shares the benefits of a dedicated team that knows his expectations and PeopleSoft infrastructure.

Todd Smoak, part 2

With a limited local talent pool, Illinois State University needed a partner with deep PeopleSoft experience to support his internal team. Todd shares the value partnering with ERPA in light of PeopleSoft‘s complexities.

Todd Smoak, part 3

Illinois State University was looking to modernize their PeopleSoft infrastructure with AWS, and turned to AWS-partner ERPA for help. Todd shares the benefits he’s enjoying now that ISU is in the cloud.

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