Student
DUAN YUHAO
Supervisor
Saaidal Razalli Azzuhri
Collaborator
Universiti Malaya 12th Residential College
The residential college system represents a vital component of any university. Currently, many institutions still rely on dormitory staff to manually record information. While this approach may be acceptable for smaller colleges, it poses significant challenges for larger universities that must handle vast amounts of student data and require extensive archiving. Manual data entry and retrieval become cumbersome and inefficient, especially when searching for specific records among large datasets, as staff must sift through the information individually. This process not only increases workload but also leads to considerable time wastage and low productivity.
In today’s fast-developing society, traditional methods of record-keeping are gradually being phased out in favor of computerized management systems, which have become a hallmark of modernization. The information age is marked by constant innovation—whenever old technologies can no longer satisfy new needs, they are replaced by more advanced solutions. In the 21st century, information technology has become mainstream, with computers now integral to virtually every industry. Automation and digital management are now widespread and are increasingly adopted across different sectors.
In the case of student dormitory management, the use of a computerized system makes operations more efficient and user-friendly. Administrators simply input data into the system’s database, which boasts significant capacity and stability, making it ideal for long-term information storage and minimizing the risk of data loss. This digital approach provides a swift and convenient management method for universities dealing with large volumes of information. The system features rapid processing speeds, robust security, and high reliability. Additionally, it offers comprehensive reporting and editing capabilities, enabling quick access to any accommodation data required by the college.