This episode of the Tyler Tech Podcast features Christine Vayda, business administrator for the Epping School District in New Hampshire, sharing how the district modernized operations across finance, HR, payroll, and onboarding to create a more efficient and transparent work environment. Christine discusses Epping’s transition from manual, paper-based processes to connected systems and automation that reduce data entry, improve accuracy, and streamline workflows — even with a small team handling multiple responsibilities. The conversation highlights practical examples of modernization in action, including automated approval workflows, centralized budget tracking, and self-service tools that give staff real-time access to pay information, contracts, and leave requests. Christine also emphasizes the importance of clear communication and training in driving adoption and building long-term buy-in. Tune in to learn how Epping’s focus on efficiency is helping the district rethink processes, reduce administrative burden, and better support staff, leadership, and the community.
In this episode of the Tyler Tech Podcast, Christine Vayda, business administrator for the Epping School District in Epping, New Hampshire, shares how a focus on efficiency has helped the district modernize operations across finance, HR, payroll, and onboarding.
Drawing on experience from multiple school districts, Christine discusses the challenges of manual, paper-based processes and why they are no longer sustainable for today’s business offices. She walks through how Epping has used connected systems and automation to reduce data entry, improve accuracy and transparency, and streamline everyday workflows — even with a small team wearing many hats.
The conversation highlights practical examples of modernization in action, including automated approval workflows, centralized budget tracking and reporting, and self-service tools that give employees real-time access to pay information, contracts, and leave requests. Christine also emphasizes the importance of training and communication in driving adoption, and how helping staff understand the purpose behind change builds trust and long-term buy-in.
This episode offers a grounded, real-world perspective on how school districts of any size can rethink long-standing processes, reduce administrative burden, and create more efficient operations that better support staff, leadership, and the community.
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