Web application for the management of the research ideas bank in higher education institutions

Abstract

Higher education institutions in the region face limitations in the traceability, management, and auditing of research proposals due to the use of office forms, scattered files without centralization, and a lack of integration and control. In response to this shortcoming detected at the Technological Units of Santander institution, a web application was implemented to optimize the capture, organization, and evaluation of research ideas, strengthening the institutional research ecosystem and mitigating the problem presented. The overarching aim was to design and implement a technological tool that would ensure efficiency, security, and scalability in the management process of research ideas. The study adopted a qualitative approach with a descriptive, cross-sectional, and non-experimental scope; it was framed within Design Science Research, supported by the Model-View-Controller architecture, as well as technologies including Laravel, PHP, and MariaDB for technological development. The implemented system enabled the automation of key tasks such as code assignment, internal audits, and notifications, which significantly improved traceability and real-time information access. It is concluded that the proposed development constitutes a replicable and relevant solution for higher education institutions facing similar challenges in research management.