The work behind the outcome.
Web-based exam marking software that waved goodbye to spreadsheets and searching for late papers
Client Overview
The National Examination Board of Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) is a globally recognised awarding body offering qualifications in health, safety and environmental management. With a growing number of candidates and examinations worldwide, NEBOSH needed a streamlined, digital solution to automate their exam marking process, eliminating manual workflows and improving overall efficiency. They approached PSP to develop a custom online platform that would provide real-time visibility and better control over their examination operations.
Challenge
NEBOSH’s traditional exam marking process was heavily reliant on spreadsheets and manual data entry, making it time-consuming and prone to errors. The administration team had to manually allocate exam papers to examiners, track deadlines and update paper statuses, which increased the risk of delays and inconsistencies. To address these challenges, NEBOSH required a centralised platform that could automatically manage examiner allocations, track progress and provide a comprehensive view of the marking status across multiple qualifications. The platform needed to be accessible from any device, offer customisable paper allocation and allow administrators to send automated notifications to examiners about approaching deadlines.
Solution
PSP Developed a custom, web-based online exam marking platform using a tailored version of the VISION CMS, specifically designed to meet the unique Nebosh requirements. This solution enabled examiners to securely access personalised dashboards with detailed marking criteria from any device, with papers automatically assigned based on pre-set criteria, significantly reducing administrative overhead by eliminating manual spreadsheets. Administrators gained complete, real-time visibility into the marking process via a centralised dashboard, allowing for progress monitoring, efficient reallocation, and quick bottleneck identification. The platform offers responsive, user-friendly access for examiners and administrators across all devices, with automated email notifications to streamline communication and oversight.
Results
The online exam marking platform significantly enhanced Nebosh`s examination operations by automating manual tasks and establishing a single source of truth. This streamlined administration, freed up staff, and provided real-time visibility for better oversight and quality control.
The platform also enabled improved data-driven decision-making through custom reports and delivered cost savings by reducing manual processes. This ultimately enhanced the candidate experience, proving to be a transformative solution for their examination operations.
Outcome
This successful collaboration showcases PSP’s ability to design and implement bespoke digital solutions that drive operational improvements for organisations across complex, high-stakes environments.
PSP’s development of a tailored online exam marking platform enabled NEBOSH to modernise and centralise their assessment process, bringing greater efficiency and transparency to a previously manual and fragmented workflow. By automating key processes and providing real-time insights, PSP’s solution reduced administrative burden, improved examiner management and enhanced the overall quality of service delivered to both examiners and candidates. This successful collaboration showcases PSP’s ability to design and implement bespoke digital solutions that drive operational improvements for organisations across complex, high-stakes environments.