Welcome to the PantherSoft Financials Upgrade/Grants Implementation website. Florida International University has upgraded its PantherSoft Financials system from version 8.4 to 9.0. Please take a moment to read through this website to find helpful information that should answer the questions you may have regarding the transition.

What is changing?
PeopleSoft Version 9.0 is the most current release of the PeopleSoft products and encompasses vast application enhancements as well as leading edge technology practices. Click here to view a list of the new functions and features. Click here to view Changes to the Credit Card Program. Click here to view Work Flow Approvals.

Why are we upgrading?
FIU has upgraded to 9.0 to maximize system functionality and reduce existing customizations in order to improve current business processes. In addition, the PeopleSoft Financials Grants Suite will be fully implemented as a complete web based solution for grants management.

Who will this affect?
The upgrade will directly affect all FIU employees who use the system as an essential tool for daily operations, financial management, and management reporting. Indirectly, external stakeholders will benefit as internal business processes and financial reporting for the University are improved.

When will this occur?
Financials 9.0 and Grants Suite went live on July 13, 2009. To view the project timeline click here.