Android Based GPS Attendance Application for Kolej Universiti Islam Perlis (KUIPs) Staff

Abstract

In the era of globalization especially in the 21st century, information and communication technology is moving fast where various applications are developed for the convenience of users. The development of Human Resource android apps for Staff Attendance in Higher Learning Institution is developed for the human resource (HR) department. This information system is very necessary to meet the challenges of rapid technological change compared to conventional technology and will increase the effectiveness. This paper proposed how to design and build an android application that will be utilized to support the Human Resource department. Besides, to ensure the information accuracy and consistency in managing human resource and provide sufficient reports as required. The GPS module is used to track the user’s position and send it to the smartphone. Since the pandemic Covid-19 spread all over the country, most of the staff in KUIPs working from home. This system application is also very useful to universities that have several campuses where each lecturer will use the GPS system as proof of attendance to class. By using this android application Attendance System, users can use this application using their smartphone or any gadget anywhere and anytime. The System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) method is used for software project development. It consists of a proper plan that describes how to build, maintain, replace and modify or improve other software. The research was conducted in Kolej Universiti Islam Perlis (KUIPs) for Human Resource department to facilitate the management of human resources and staff in managing the affairs of employees.