iON Digital Assessment: Redefining The Future of Assessment Process
iON Digital Assessment: Redefining The Future of Assessment Process
TCS iON is a strategic business unit of Tata Consultancy Services focused on enabling institutions,
government departments and organisations from multiple industry sectors to be efficient in their
recruitment/admissions process, learning and skilling and overall business operations with the use
of Phygital platforms. These are platforms that overlay digital technologies over physical assets.
We deliver this with a unique IT-as-a-Service model that provides easy-to-use, secured, integrated,
and hosted solutions in a build-as-you-grow and pay-as-you-use business model. We serve our
clients with the help of best practices gained through TCS’ global experience, deep domestic
market exposure along with industry leading technology expertise.
Contact
To know more about the iON Digital Assessment
Toll Free Number 1800 209 6030
Email [email protected]
Tata Consultancy Services is an IT services, consulting and business solutions organization that
delivers real results to global business, ensuring a level of certainty no other firm can match. TCS
offers a consulting-led, integrated portfolio of IT, BPS,infrastructure, engineering and assurance
services. This is delivered through its unique Global Network Delivery Model™, recognized as the
benchmark of excellence in software development. A part of the Tata group, India’s largest industrial
conglomerate, TCS has over 387,000 of the world’s best-trained consultants in 45 countries. The
company generated consolidated revenues of US $17.6 billion for year ended March 31, 2017 and is
listed on the BSE (formerly Bombay Stock Exchange) and the NSE (National Stock Exchange) in India.
Application Management- Streamlines the candidate registration and enrolment process with online Evaluation Management- Provides various types of evaluation methods based on the type of
To configure quickly application forms that are tailored to your requirement To evaluate assessments assessment, thus enabling high levels of standardization
Provides an offline mode to collect registrations through paper-based forms Offers three types of evaluation:
Provides multiple payment options - Instant evaluation: Answers are provided in the solution. While creating
Tracks applications and generates reports easily questions, you can choose to provide instant results to the candidate or
declare it later
- Offline evaluation: Answers to a paper pencil assessment are entered in
the system later, following which the responses are evaluated
Allocation Management- Enables audits of test centers to realize the actual infrastructure capacities - Digital marking: Includes scanning and uploading answer sheets into
To allocate test centers for (such as, number of PCs, nodes) the system, registering and assigning assessments to evaluators,
registered candidates Offers flexibility to define test centers completing the evaluation in the system, and sharing results
Allows candidates to select a test center, date, and time Offers:
Generates an e-admit card which supports candidate authentication using - Key-based evaluation for objective questions
mechanisms such as bar coding, finger printing, and photograph verification - Workflow-based evaluation
- Digital marking-based evaluation enables online evaluation of offline
responses to a paper pencil assessment
Item Management- The iON Assessment Knowledge Center offers Question Creation Wizards and
To create and secure Question Paper Wizards to create unique questions based on parameters, such Results Management- Publishes downloadable results in multiple formats based on the test
question papers as difficulty level, number of sections, timeout for sections, negative marking, To consolidate and center, candidate, or question
and question shuffling options to provide unique papers to every candidate in publish results Publishes results based on marks and ranks
the room Provides information that can be used to analyse and provide feedback to
Provides first of a kind, patent pending, rule-based engine that allows Content Managers on the quality of questions
question papers of identical levels of difficulty to be generated. This ensures Helps easy retrieval of data in case of re-evaluation or Right to Information
question paper equivalence in assessments, which span multiple days and (RTI) purposes
shifts
Offers a simple user interface to help creation of questions in the solution
Offers robust review mechanisms and sealing processes to prevent errors or Certification Management- Creates secure, tamper proof, authenticated, digitized certificates
question paper leaks To provide certifications Provides a unique mechanism to identify university-issued
certificates that may be verified by agencies using key infrastructure
and biometric information
Assessment Management- Verifies the test center infrastructure before the assessment commences
To manage conducting Includes backup and buffer machines to ensure smooth conduct of
of the digital assessment assessments
Conducts the assessment over Local Area Networks for the registered
candidates simultaneously across test centers
Simplifies the assessment process:
- Candidates can avail the online mock assessment
- Enables candidates to view the total number of questions and the number
of questions answered at any given time during the assessment
- Provides user-friendly consoles with a multi-lingual interface
Features
Application Management- Streamlines the candidate registration and enrolment process with online Evaluation Management- Provides various types of evaluation methods based on the type of
To configure quickly application forms that are tailored to your requirement To evaluate assessments assessment, thus enabling high levels of standardization
Provides an offline mode to collect registrations through paper-based forms Offers three types of evaluation:
Provides multiple payment options - Instant evaluation: Answers are provided in the solution. While creating
Tracks applications and generates reports easily questions, you can choose to provide instant results to the candidate or
declare it later
- Offline evaluation: Answers to a paper pencil assessment are entered in
the system later, following which the responses are evaluated
Allocation Management- Enables audits of test centers to realize the actual infrastructure capacities - Digital marking: Includes scanning and uploading answer sheets into
To allocate test centers for (such as, number of PCs, nodes) the system, registering and assigning assessments to evaluators,
registered candidates Offers flexibility to define test centers completing the evaluation in the system, and sharing results
Allows candidates to select a test center, date, and time Offers:
Generates an e-admit card which supports candidate authentication using - Key-based evaluation for objective questions
mechanisms such as bar coding, finger printing, and photograph verification - Workflow-based evaluation
- Digital marking-based evaluation enables online evaluation of offline
responses to a paper pencil assessment
Item Management- The iON Assessment Knowledge Center offers Question Creation Wizards and
To create and secure Question Paper Wizards to create unique questions based on parameters, such Results Management- Publishes downloadable results in multiple formats based on the test
question papers as difficulty level, number of sections, timeout for sections, negative marking, To consolidate and center, candidate, or question
and question shuffling options to provide unique papers to every candidate in publish results Publishes results based on marks and ranks
the room Provides information that can be used to analyse and provide feedback to
Provides first of a kind, patent pending, rule-based engine that allows Content Managers on the quality of questions
question papers of identical levels of difficulty to be generated. This ensures Helps easy retrieval of data in case of re-evaluation or Right to Information
question paper equivalence in assessments, which span multiple days and (RTI) purposes
shifts
Offers a simple user interface to help creation of questions in the solution
Offers robust review mechanisms and sealing processes to prevent errors or Certification Management- Creates secure, tamper proof, authenticated, digitized certificates
question paper leaks To provide certifications Provides a unique mechanism to identify university-issued
certificates that may be verified by agencies using key infrastructure
and biometric information
Assessment Management- Verifies the test center infrastructure before the assessment commences
To manage conducting Includes backup and buffer machines to ensure smooth conduct of
of the digital assessment assessments
Conducts the assessment over Local Area Networks for the registered
candidates simultaneously across test centers
Simplifies the assessment process:
- Candidates can avail the online mock assessment
- Enables candidates to view the total number of questions and the number
of questions answered at any given time during the assessment
- Provides user-friendly consoles with a multi-lingual interface
Benefits You can configure the solution as per your The solution architecture comprises a knowledge
requirement: kernel, a question bank rendering engine, a hosted
The iON Digital Assessment solution is the best in Service Efficiency. Extensive integration among iON Digital Assessment data center, and multiple
the industry and brings with it the following different modules of the solution provides Select the entire bundle of solutions and services iON Digital Assessment test center servers.
benefits: seamless access and mobility across the solution, offered by iON Digital Assessment solution for a Candidates take the test on a Local Area Network
which drives unparalleled efficiency across the secure, digitized testing and hiring solutions (LAN) simultaneously by connecting to the iON
Minimal Activation Time. The iON solution and Digital Assessment test center server from multiple
assessment cycle. With effective leverage of
its associated processes can activate the technology, iON Digital Assessment ensures one of OR locations.
processes within a short span of time. Solution the fastest and most efficient test center
delivery - an extensive process encompassing enablement and test delivery. Select one or more modules in part
provisioning, configuring, and training - takes
approximately one to two weeks to deploy and Rapid Scaling = Reduced Time and Effort. Rapid
go-live for any assessment cycle. scaling enables at least one million candidates to
take the test simultaneously. Meta questions entail
True Assessment of Learning. The iON
Assessment Knowledge Center (patent filed) a one-time effort, which leads to reduced effort.
enables you to create multiple unique questions The meta questions constantly validate and
from the base (meta) questions. You can also deliver questions with identical difficulty levels to
create questions based on parameters. all test-takers. This is because the solution is based
The iON Assessment Knowledge Center enables on distributed architecture to ensure scalability
you to manage the assessment content using and easy implementation. The lightweight
scientific constructions, curriculum-based model software rapidly scales up to fit your needs in the
ling of options and distractors (incorrect answers shortest duration. Since a small question set can
in a multiple choice question) that help gauge the be expanded, it saves effort and time in setting
true potential of the candidate. Distractors help in questions, enabling fair assessment and negating
malpractice possibilities.
determining whether a candidate knows a
subject well enough to answer the question. Security. The solution ensures global standards
Unique Question Paper for Each Candidate. of security through the 128-bit encryption for
The iON Assessment Knowledge Center offers information sharing. The solution includes
Question Creation Wizard and Question Paper system-enforced process compliance, role-based
Wizard that help you to frame question papers access, user-level authentication, secure and
that are unique to each candidate with the same traceable installations, and unique questions for
level of difficulty. Thus, you can generate multiple each candidate to restrict unauthorized access
unique questions from a single meta/base to sensitive data and processes.
question, ensuring equivalence in the difficulty
Reliable Delivery. Each testing machine is
levels. The Question Paper Wizard enables you to Overview of iON Digital Assessment Solution
validated before the assessment for a standard
configure additional parameters to enhance the
operating environment to ensure that the
quality of the assessment, such as time out for
assessment on a machine is conducted without
each section, negative marking, shuffling options,
and so on. any node failure. In addition, buffer machines are
available at every center, so that a candidate can
Reduced Cost. Compared to a paper/pencil test, resume the assessment from the question and
iON Digital Assessment offers far greater effective time they stopped on the previous machine.
and efficient evaluation of students at 30-40%
lower in total cost incurred. With fewer and higher Flexibility. The solution supports multiple formats
quality experts being involved in question (multi-choice/ multi-select/ multi-lingual), and
creation, it leads to lesser effort and lower cost. different types (question shuffling/ option
Further the operation expenditure-based model shuffling/parameterized questions) of question
ensures minimum upfront investment for solution papers. Additionally, it allows you to opt for a
implementation, usage and the perpetual beta comprehensive or semi-digital assessment.
model effectively mitigates IT obsolescence
keeping the whole implementation up-to-date.
Assessment lies at the heart of every evaluation system – academic, corporate, or government. Comprehensive Analytics. The solution offers Why iON Digital Assessment
With an increase in the number of examinations conducted each year, establishments seek ways sophisticated, multi-dimensional, real-time
to manage the scale, volume, and cost of assessments. This includes reducing the time taken to analytics and visualization for pre-, mid-, and The iON Digital Assessment solution is an
post-assessment analyses, and enables perfor exclusive global solution with the ability to
invite applicants, organize, conduct and evaluate assessments, and publish results. Leveraging
mance views of candidates across geographies, conduct one million assessments concurrently,
technology for a practical, efficient, secure, and cost-effective approach to assessments is a critical colleges, and age. The elaborate analytics enable in different environments.
requirement today. Technology helps reduce the effort of manual administrative processes, you to understand the assessment process so that
enables better reach, and offers a reliable way to administer examinations. you can use the information to enhance the Comprehensive, Superior Solution: iON
quality of questions. The solution also provides Digital Assessment solution offers integrated
Towards this objective, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) offers the iON Digital Assessment analytics on the question paper, questions, IT solutions for comprehensive test
concepts, and domains as well as feedback on the administration and support, from application to
solution. The comprehensive, integrated solution enhances operations by enabling reliable
question paper standards. results and certification. The iON solution is
infrastructure with intelligent content for the assessment, delivered through scalable technology.
devoid of vendor bias and effectively leverages
The digital marking process helps reduce the effort, time and cost involved in traditional paper- Traceability and Feedback. The solution enables
partner institutions to boost infrastructure for
based tests, ensuring reliable delivery and an easy to access audit trail. In addition, it delivers a you to trace a candidate’s performance using
nationwide scale and reach.
secure, wider reach, while ensuring that the assessments are objective, unbiased, and automated audit trails at multiple levels.
Widespread Network of Test Centers: An
comprehensive. The solution effectively leverages technology to reduce cycle time in all phases User-Friendly Online Assessment Software.
extensive network of test centers across the
of an end to end assessment. The in-built intelligence in the solution allows you
country provides an unparalleled market reach
to expose a sample set of questions to candidates
advantage. It also ensures long-term, localized
by making available mock tests through the
Overview commitment to serve you better.
learning center prior to the assessment. This
maybe beneficial for candidates from rural back Robust Delivery Model: The dedicated delivery
The increasing number of assessments being iON Digital Assessment solution simplifies the
grounds. Further, features such as multilingual model ensures timely and efficient delivery of the
conducted today presents various challenges in assessment process, starting from applicant capability allow candidates to change the solutions, through a network of trained work
using the traditional paper-and-pen methods for registration to publishing of results. It provides language of the questions, a timer that indicates force across all test centers, centralized support
end to end assessments. The need of the hour is near-instantaneous installation of the assessment the exam time available to a candidate and a and managed Service Level Agreements (SLA).
an integrated solution that: software, requiring only a browser and minimal dashboard presents the set of questions
desktop infrastructure capabilities. answered, thus enhancing the user experience Unmatched Assessment Experience: iON’s
while attempting a digital assessment. extensive experience in the digital assessment
Offers a reliable and effortless way to conduct The solution allows large number of candidates space, with exposure to benchmarked practices
assessments to take the test across locations at a given time in Streamlined Assessments. The extensive ensures a superior solution. The solution has been
Automates exam form/ application a single shift, or across multiple shifts, while network of iON Digital Assessment test centers are successfully deployed for key educational and
management ensuring complete traceability of any assessment. lever aged for timely and smooth conduct of government institutions.
Eliminates security risks arising out of printing assessments. The test centers are thoroughly
and distributing test content iON Digital Assessment solution is a scalable, audited and verified before the assessment
In built capabilities to control candidate secure, and light-weight system, designed to through a test center server check, hardware/
impersonation operate over a distributed architecture. The software/ browser/ network checks, test candidate
Avoids manipulation of scores uniqueness of the assessment is maintained, and machine check, and so on, to ensure that the
Prevents delays in evaluation and publication the analysis of the assessment results is assessments are error-free.
of results supported at near real-time by a powerful
Service Support. A Help Desk is available daily to
analytics engine.
clarify and answers candidate queries. Data entry
and scanning facilities are available to support
and facilitate the assessment process.
About TCS iON
TCS iON is a strategic business unit of Tata Consultancy Services focused on enabling institutions,
government departments and organisations from multiple industry sectors to be efficient in their
recruitment/admissions process, learning and skilling and overall business operations with the use
of Phygital platforms. These are platforms that overlay digital technologies over physical assets.
We deliver this with a unique IT-as-a-Service model that provides easy-to-use, secured, integrated,
and hosted solutions in a build-as-you-grow and pay-as-you-use business model. We serve our
clients with the help of best practices gained through TCS’ global experience, deep domestic
market exposure along with industry leading technology expertise.
Contact
To know more about the iON Digital Assessment
Toll Free Number 1800 209 6030
Email [email protected]
Tata Consultancy Services is an IT services, consulting and business solutions organization that
delivers real results to global business, ensuring a level of certainty no other firm can match. TCS
offers a consulting-led, integrated portfolio of IT, BPS,infrastructure, engineering and assurance
services. This is delivered through its unique Global Network Delivery Model™, recognized as the
benchmark of excellence in software development. A part of the Tata group, India’s largest industrial
conglomerate, TCS has over 387,000 of the world’s best-trained consultants in 45 countries. The
company generated consolidated revenues of US $17.6 billion for year ended March 31, 2017 and is
listed on the BSE (formerly Bombay Stock Exchange) and the NSE (National Stock Exchange) in India.