Desarrollo de una versión mejorada de la plataforma de gestión de proyectos de materia integradora de la ESPOL

Abstract

DOCUMENT IN THE PROCESS OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY. This project focuses on the development of an improved web platform for the management of “Materia Integradora” (MI) projects at ESPOL, which represents an essential experience for the training of undergraduate students. The main objective is to optimize efficiency, traceability and transparency in the processes of proposal creation, project supervision and management of final deliverables, justified by the need to overcome the dependence on dispersed tools and manual processes that generate inefficiencies. The development of the project used the Scrum methodology, characterized by an iterative approach that allowed the integration of continuous feedback. Specific roles were implemented for coordinators, professors, tutors, analysts, delegates and technology transfer managers, addressing tasks such as proposal approval, project follow-up and deliverable closure. The most relevant results include a reduction in the administrative burden, improvements in communication through automatic notifications and a user experience aligned with institutional standards. The platform proved to be scalable and compatible with existing ESPOL systems, ensuring its sustainability. This project contributes significantly to academic management, serving as a basis for the development of future educational tools. Keywords: Project Management, Academic Platforms, Automation, ESPOL.