Introduction

In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, institutions need, simple, efficient, and user-friendly systems to serve their students. Campus Solutions PeopleSoft, a comprehensive suite designed to manage the entire student lifecycle, has introduced a New User Registration framework (NUR) makes it easy for users tosign in, create accounts, and securely access online self-service features.

Key Features: Create or Connect Your Account: Set up a new account or link your existing credentials

• Secure Sign-In: Access the system through protected authentication
• Automatic Role Assignment: Receive the right permissions for your needs
• Smart Routing: Go directly to your desired transaction page after signing in

This blog explores the implementation strategies of this framework.

Implementation Steps

Implementing the New User Registration Framework in Campus Solutions PeopleSoft involves several technical requirements. Here’s a step-by-step guide to implementing the New User Registration Framework in Campus Solutions PeopleSoft:

Step 1: Set Up New User Registration Context – Set up the New User Registration Context, which includes defining context IDs, security roles, and target pages.

1. Access the New User Registration Context Page:
   • Navigate: Menu > Set Up SACR > System Administration > Utilities > New User Registration > New User Registration Context
2. Create a New Context:
   • Enter a unique context ID and description
   • Set the status to Active
   • Define security roles and target pages as needed

Step 2: Configure Security Roles – Configure security roles to ensure users have the necessary permissions to access specific pages and perform transactions.

1. Define Security Roles:
   • Navigate to: PeopleTools > Security > Permissions & Roles > Roles
   • Create or update roles to include necessary permissions for the registration process

Step 3: Integrate with Constituent Transaction Management (CTM) – Utilize CTM for managing constituent data during the registration process.

1. Navigate: Menu > Set Up SACR > System Administration > Utilities > Constituent Transaction Management.
2. Configure CTM to manage constituent data during registration

Step 4: Develop Custom Login Pages – Develop a login pages (Peoplesoft Fluid Page) that integrate with the New User Registration framework. These pages should handle user creation, authentication, and redirection to target pages. Ensure pages are mobile-compatible and user-friendly (Leverage PeopleSoft Fluid Capabilities).

Applicant Sign-In Page (**Peoplesoft Fluid Page) –

Applicant Sign-Up Page (**Peoplesoft Fluid Page) –

Step 5: Implement Web Services

1. Set Up Web Services: Implement web services for user account creation, authentication, and password management. Key web services include SCC_USERREG_CREATEACCT, SCC_USERREG_AUTHENTICATE, and SCC_USERREG_GET_USERID
   • Navigate: Menu > PeopleTools > Integration Broker > Integration Setup > Service Operations
   • Configure web services such as SCC_USERREG_CREATEACCT, SCC_USERREG_AUTHENTICATE, and SCC_USERREG_GET_USERID. All Service Operations must be active

Step 6: Conduct Pilot Testing – Conduct thorough testing using the New User Registration Tester page to ensure all components work as expected before full deployment.

Step 7: Deploy and Monitor – Continuously monitor the system and gather user feedback to make necessary adjustments and improvements.

By following these steps, you can successfully implement the New User Registration Framework in Campus Solutions PeopleSoft, enhancing the registration process for new users.

Benefits

• Simplify the registration process: The new framework provided an intuitive interface that reduced the steps required for new users to register.
• Enhance security: With multi-factor authentication, the universities and colleges ensured that user data was protected.
• Improve data integration: The framework’s integration capabilities allowed for seamless data flow between different systems, reducing redundancy and errors.

• Mobile compatibility: Fluid capability in conjunction with NUR framework’s responsive design allowed students to register using any device, improving accessibility.

Conclusion

The New User Registration Framework in Campus Solutions PeopleSoft transforms how educational institutions manage the student lifecycle by delivering on three key benefits:

• Operational Efficiency: Automate account creation and role assignment, reducing administrative workload
• Enhanced Security: Protect student data while maintaining easy access to necessary services
• Better User Experience: Guide students through a streamlined registration process that gets them started quickly

Important: To implement NUR framework, PeopleSoft developer must have knowledge of Peoplesoft Security, Integration Broker, Web Services, Constituent Transaction Management (CTM).

For more information, please visit below link (Oracle PS Campus solution) – https://docs.oracle.com/cd/G13320_01/cs92pbr33/eng/cs/lscc/UnderstandingNewUserRegistration-438000.html