BRONCODIRECT SUCKS!!!

Ketcham82 · 07-17-04, 09:58 PM

Has anyone here tried using that piece of junk system?

I've only been on it for ten minutes and it's already giving me a headache. Now this what I call a true piece of junk and waste of our money. I think we just got duped into paying for a system that only got rid of a lot of jobs and does not work properly.

I think we should all email Michael Berman and complain to him since he's behind all this.

His email is amberman@csupomona.e du

Just tell him how much you appreciate his great job.

Keng · 07-18-04, 01:27 AM

Dunno why Cal Poly suddenly start hugging people's soft...the frequency BD access the data base make it so !@$#@! slow...what POS

Anderson · 07-18-04, 07:45 PM

I doubt the school will change the system since they've invested thousands of dollars to come up with the software system. I dislike the new system when it comes to searching for classes as you will need to log on, click, wait, click, wait and so on.
The registration should have kept the old system and came up with a nice interface to make it pretty. The new broncodirect sucks!!

***Admin*** · 07-19-04, 10:11 AM

Hahaha this is like the second time you wrote about how broncodirect sucks Ketcham82. I agree, I don't like the idea to login in order to search for open classes. But I really like the option to register classes online. Did you e-mail Dr. Berman yourself? I think the broncodirect is here to say for few years.

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is still using the old class registration system Cal Poly Pomona once did. The system is fast and efficient.

that-one-guy · 07-22-04, 12:18 AM

Bronco Direct is a complicated system. However it has great potential. Kinda like the LaKeRs.

***Admin*** · 07-27-04, 11:43 PM

A professor told the class that the Broncodirect system was planned by a group of IT staffs and they did not get any feedback or opinions from students and the staffs. Shouldn't the majority of the Cal Poly students decide whether to upgrade or stick with the current software?

One of the main problems that students are complaining is the four digit code number you enter to go to a certain quarter and the search function. 2045 was the code for Summer 2004. No students know where those number comes from. Why couldn't they make a scroll-down list where you can choose the quarter you want to look on?

The search function from the previous software was more intuitive.

Umpsy · 07-28-04, 07:17 PM

Would this be the right place to Rant aboot how much Bronco Direct sucks and ask others if they hate it as much as I do? If not, which forum, if any should I post it in?

Umpsy · 07-28-04, 07:25 PM

I'm trying to register for classes right now on Bronco Direct, and I get a pop up box saying I'm not authorized to access this page...how lovely.

lilusako · 07-28-04, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Umpsy

Would this be the right place to Rant aboot how much Bronco Direct sucks and ask others if they hate it as much as I do? If not, which forum, if any should I post it in?

i'm not so sure if this is the right place.. but I too dislike Bronco Direct very much. i think mainly because its so slow!!! -_- Even the admin/staff/faculty hate the new Bronco Direct system...

that-one-guy · 07-28-04, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Umpsy

I'm trying to register for classes right now on Bronco Direct, and I get a pop up box saying I'm not authorized to access this page...how lovely.

maybe you aren't? And if you are just get it fixed with a simple phone call.

Umpsy · 07-29-04, 01:44 AM

I fail to see how a phone call will give me access to a webpage.

Ketcham82 · 07-29-04, 08:54 PM

If you really get pissed off one day, spam this guy: Michael Berman at amberman@csupomona.e du. Send him some viruses too.

I've seen this guy in academic senate meetings and when he used to talk about the system and how "great" it was going to be. Of course, everyone bought it because they had no way to test it.

But it's a pretty expensive system that the CSU had to come up with to get rid of a lot of jobs. That's their way of saving money these days.

bOoya · 07-30-04, 01:36 AM

ya broncodirect is pretty bad. its really stupid the way it auto updates the page when it detects what subject you type in on the course schedule.

Nate · 07-30-04, 12:30 PM

I just tried Broncodirect to add my classes stuff, it wasn't too bad. The only problem with it is that it's too slow searching for classes. But adding classes was a breeze, probably took me less then 2 minutes to add and submit my classes that I wanted to take. But the researching and preparation I done the night before took about 1-2 hours mainly because searching function is weak and slow.

Anderson · 07-30-04, 03:41 PM

I hope the software can be updated or upgraded to better suit the students.

shoes · 08-02-04, 09:28 PM

wow its so horrible. i cant get it to do multiple tasks in one session. i always have to log off and then back on because it says something about the url getting overloaded. what a waste of time and plus all the good classes are already taken i love that

gooniegoogoo · 08-03-04, 10:55 AM

now it doesn't even want to load up...im trying to look for more classes

RedXVII · 08-03-04, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gooniegoogoo

now it doesn't even want to load up...im trying to look for more classes

The site seems to go down ever so often... its pretty annoying... but it's alot more convinient that you can see your class schedule all at once... no annoying automated voice going "you have registered for class request number... five... three..." and so on... and you have to listen to it ALL to confirm...

Too many people are saying only bad things... there are some good points... hopefully it gets better tho...

***Admin*** · 08-04-04, 10:51 AM

Thank you for your suggestions on how we can improve BroncoDirect. As a result of your feedback, we are making changes to improve these services for you. BroncoDirect is being redesigned to allow for easier navigation; clearer help information and instructions; and more current and relevant information.
We value your feedback! Please help us continue these improvements by providing your thoughts and suggestions to iit_projects@csupomo na.edu

What is BroncoDirect?
BroncoDirect is the front door you enter to use PeopleSoft, our integrated information system for campus administrative services. Cal Poly Pomona is part of the California State University System 23-campus consortium of PeopleSoft users called Common Management System (CMS).
You are currently using the guest page, which includes the ability to view our Course Catalog and Schedule of Classes information. You do NOT need to sign in to view this information.
Eventually a majority of the Cal Poly Pomona community will be assigned a BroncoNumber and password. This access will allow them to open the door to additional information and services. Students and other members of the campus community have been assigned roles on BroncoDirect which determine the range of services and information available to them.
Source: frontpage of broncodirect site

keynot · 08-23-04, 10:53 PM

this new system is piece of ... ... , well you fill the blank !

hope they improve it soon, otherwise .................... ........!

07-17-04, 09:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
Ketcham82 Enthusiast Joined: Dec 2003 Location: Covina Posts: 188	BRONCODIRECT SUCKS!!! Has anyone here tried using that piece of junk system? I've only been on it for ten minutes and it's already giving me a headache. Now this what I call a true piece of junk and waste of our money. I think we just got duped into paying for a system that only got rid of a lot of jobs and does not work properly. I think we should all email Michael Berman and complain to him since he's behind all this. His email is amberman@csupomona.e du Just tell him how much you appreciate his great job.

07-19-04, 10:11 AM	#4 (permalink)
*Admin* Think About It Joined: Sep 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,961	Hahaha this is like the second time you wrote about how broncodirect sucks Ketcham82. I agree, I don't like the idea to login in order to search for open classes. But I really like the option to register classes online. Did you e-mail Dr. Berman yourself? I think the broncodirect is here to say for few years. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is still using the old class registration system Cal Poly Pomona once did. The system is fast and efficient. __________________ Cal Poly Forums

07-27-04, 11:43 PM	#6 (permalink)
*Admin* Think About It Joined: Sep 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,961	A professor told the class that the Broncodirect system was planned by a group of IT staffs and they did not get any feedback or opinions from students and the staffs. Shouldn't the majority of the Cal Poly students decide whether to upgrade or stick with the current software? One of the main problems that students are complaining is the four digit code number you enter to go to a certain quarter and the search function. 2045 was the code for Summer 2004. No students know where those number comes from. Why couldn't they make a scroll-down list where you can choose the quarter you want to look on? The search function from the previous software was more intuitive. __________________ Cal Poly Forums

07-28-04, 07:17 PM	#7 (permalink)
Umpsy Newcomer Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 18	Bronco Direct Would this be the right place to Rant aboot how much Bronco Direct sucks and ask others if they hate it as much as I do? If not, which forum, if any should I post it in?

08-04-04, 10:51 AM	#19 (permalink)
*Admin* Think About It Joined: Sep 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,961	THEY Heard Us! Thank you for your suggestions on how we can improve BroncoDirect. As a result of your feedback, we are making changes to improve these services for you. BroncoDirect is being redesigned to allow for easier navigation; clearer help information and instructions; and more current and relevant information. We value your feedback! Please help us continue these improvements by providing your thoughts and suggestions to iit_projects@csupomo na.edu What is BroncoDirect? BroncoDirect is the front door you enter to use PeopleSoft, our integrated information system for campus administrative services. Cal Poly Pomona is part of the California State University System 23-campus consortium of PeopleSoft users called Common Management System (CMS). You are currently using the guest page, which includes the ability to view our Course Catalog and Schedule of Classes information. You do NOT need to sign in to view this information. Eventually a majority of the Cal Poly Pomona community will be assigned a BroncoNumber and password. This access will allow them to open the door to additional information and services. Students and other members of the campus community have been assigned roles on BroncoDirect which determine the range of services and information available to them. Source: frontpage of broncodirect site

07-18-04, 01:27 AM	#2 (permalink)
Keng Guru Joined: Jan 2004 Posts: 597	Dunno why Cal Poly suddenly start hugging people's soft...the frequency BD access the data base make it so !@$#@! slow...what POS

07-18-04, 07:45 PM	#3 (permalink)
Anderson Active Member Joined: Jun 2004 Location: Pomona Posts: 66	I doubt the school will change the system since they've invested thousands of dollars to come up with the software system. I dislike the new system when it comes to searching for classes as you will need to log on, click, wait, click, wait and so on. The registration should have kept the old system and came up with a nice interface to make it pretty. The new broncodirect sucks!!

07-22-04, 12:18 AM	#5 (permalink)
that-one-guy Active Member Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 69	Bronco Direct is a complicated system. However it has great potential. Kinda like the LaKeRs.

07-28-04, 07:25 PM	#8 (permalink)
Umpsy Newcomer Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 18	I'm trying to register for classes right now on Bronco Direct, and I get a pop up box saying I'm not authorized to access this page...how lovely.

07-29-04, 01:44 AM	#11 (permalink)
Umpsy Newcomer Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 18	I fail to see how a phone call will give me access to a webpage.

07-29-04, 08:54 PM	#12 (permalink)
Ketcham82 Enthusiast Joined: Dec 2003 Location: Covina Posts: 188	If you really get pissed off one day, spam this guy: Michael Berman at amberman@csupomona.e du. Send him some viruses too. I've seen this guy in academic senate meetings and when he used to talk about the system and how "great" it was going to be. Of course, everyone bought it because they had no way to test it. But it's a pretty expensive system that the CSU had to come up with to get rid of a lot of jobs. That's their way of saving money these days.

07-30-04, 01:36 AM	#13 (permalink)
bOoya Newcomer Joined: Jul 2004 Location: pomona/corona Posts: 21	ya broncodirect is pretty bad. its really stupid the way it auto updates the page when it detects what subject you type in on the course schedule.

07-30-04, 12:30 PM	#14 (permalink)
Nate Active Member Joined: Nov 2003 Location: On Campus Posts: 93	I just tried Broncodirect to add my classes stuff, it wasn't too bad. The only problem with it is that it's too slow searching for classes. But adding classes was a breeze, probably took me less then 2 minutes to add and submit my classes that I wanted to take. But the researching and preparation I done the night before took about 1-2 hours mainly because searching function is weak and slow.

07-30-04, 03:41 PM	#15 (permalink)
Anderson Active Member Joined: Jun 2004 Location: Pomona Posts: 66	I hope the software can be updated or upgraded to better suit the students.

08-02-04, 09:28 PM	#16 (permalink)
shoes Newcomer Joined: Aug 2004 Posts: 13	wow its so horrible. i cant get it to do multiple tasks in one session. i always have to log off and then back on because it says something about the url getting overloaded. what a waste of time and plus all the good classes are already taken i love that

08-03-04, 10:55 AM	#17 (permalink)
gooniegoogoo Newcomer Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 39	now it doesn't even want to load up...im trying to look for more classes

08-23-04, 10:53 PM	#20 (permalink)
keynot Newcomer Joined: Aug 2004 Posts: 1	this new system is piece of ... ... , well you fill the blank ! hope they improve it soon, otherwise .................... ........!

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