Orchestrate AMS was recently featured on episode 726 of the Assistive Technology Update podcast, hosted by Josh Anderson from the INDATA Project at Easterseals Crossroads. Mike Toguchi (Chief Strategy Officer) and Jerit Sciorra (Product Lead for Orchestrate AMS) joined the show to discuss how the platform helps schools manage student accommodations more effectively.
Early in the conversation, they highlighted a common issue: many colleges still rely on spreadsheets or outdated systems to track accommodation requests. Orchestrate AMS was built to solve that problem. It brings everything into one secure system that saves time, improves communication, and supports accessibility across campus.
Next, they walked through key AMS features designed to make the process easier for students, staff, and faculty:
- Centralized Requests: Students submit accommodations through a secure portal, and staff manage everything in one place.
- Automatic Alerts: The system notifies students and faculty when staff approve or update a request.
- Scalable for Any School: Works for both small colleges and large universities with no custom setup required.
- Covers All Accommodation Types: From testing and housing to dining and assistive tech.
- Optional Modules and Reports: Includes test center scheduling, device tracking, and compliance dashboards.
- Student Access and Updates: Students can check request statuses, upload documents, and view letters at any time.
- Simple Integrations: Compatible with SIS, single sign-on, and tools like Salesforce or HubSpot.
They also shared a real-world example from a university in California that adopted Orchestrate AMS to modernize its accommodation process. The school supported more students and responded faster without adding to its team. Faculty gained better access to information, and students received more consistent, transparent service. The result: a streamlined, accessible experience for all.
Listen to the full episode of Assistive Technology Update
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