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Texas K-12’s Trusted Finance & HR Solution

Frontline ERP unites finance, HR, and payroll in one system designed for Texas requirements. From TRS-ready payroll to TSDS reporting and position-based budgeting, it helps pay staff accurately, align budgets with staffing, and reduce audit risk – without the manual workarounds.

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Why Frontline ERP?

Outdated spreadsheets, paper forms, and disconnected systems slow everything down – and increase errors and audit risk. Frontline ERP replaces them with one connected platform built for Texas schools.

Payroll tied directly to TRS rules, stipends, and multiple calendars.

Position control that links staffing decisions to budgets in real time.

Automated TSDS reporting with TEA-aligned validations.

Online purchasing, reimbursements, and approvals with budget controls.

Fixed assets tracked from requisition to depreciation and audits.

Employee self-service for contracts, pay stubs, W-2s, and leave balances.

One System for Finance, HR, & Payroll

Frontline ERP brings together finance, HR, and payroll on a single platform, purpose-built for Texas K-12 operations. District teams share the same data, the same dashboards, and the same source of truth.

Finance

Plan ahead, enforce controls, and simplify audits with connected financial tools.

Budget models built from position-level funding and vacancy data
Purchasing & requisitions with automated PO creation and delivery
Contract-management dashboards that flag spending categories nearing or above $50K
Reimbursements and mileage requests with encumbrance and approvals
Asset lifecycle management – from Pos to tagging, maintenance, and depreciation

HR & Payroll

Pay correctly the first time and reduce workload with automation and self-service.

Role-aware payroll combining positions, stipends, and functions in one calculation
TRS reports (ED40, ED90, RP20) built directly from payroll data
Automated leave accruals tied to calendars and eligibility rules
Position management that keeps titles, calendars, and work locations TSDS-ready
Employee portal for contracts, pay stubs, and leave balances

For Texas Districts

Frontline ERP was designed for Texas requirements – not retrofitted.

TSDS submissions that pass validations without last-minute rework
Instantly see the budget impact of staffing changes
TEA-aligned dashboards for procurement visibility and contract compliance
Position control that aligns staffing with budgets and prevents variance
Role-based dashboards with secure, relevant insights for each team
Self-service tools that reduce HR ticket volume

Transform Every Workflow – From Payroll to Procurement

Capability	Before Frontline ERP	After Frontline ERP
Payroll & TRS	Manual reconciliation, frequent errors, TRS rework every cycle	TRS-ready payroll with stipends, retro pay, and multiple calendars
Position Control	Spreadsheet reconciliation; poor visibility into vacancies and overage	Budget-linked positions update in real time to keep staffing and budgets aligned
TSDS Reporting	Late fixes and fragile submissions	TEA-aligned setup with fewer fatal errors
Purchasing	Paper or email routing; missing audit trails; no $50K visibility	Automated PO creation and dashboards that flag spending categories nearing or exceeding $50K
Assets	Spreadsheets; missing or untracked assets	Assets auto-created from POs, tagged, maintained, and depreciated
Leave & Time	Manual adjustments and frequent corrections	Automated accruals with built-in cascade and docking logic
Employee Access	HR staff handle every request manually	Employees access contracts, pay stubs, and leave balances in one self-service portal
Dashboards	Ad-hoc reports, inconsistent access, overexposed data	Role-secure, embedded dashboards – accurate insights for every team

See the Difference Frontline ERP Makes

Before ERP

Teams juggling spreadsheets, chasing approvals, and double-checking payroll data.
Late nights before TSDS deadlines and audits.
Disconnected systems causing confusion between HR and Finance.

With ERP

Payroll, purchasing, and reporting flow together in one connected system.
District teams close out cycles faster with fewer surprises.
Finance and HR share one source of truth – improving confidence and trust across the district.

It’s no surprise that Texas school finance and HR leaders trust Frontline ERP every day.

See the Full Picture

Get real-time insights into staffing, budgets, and resource allocation to protect what matters most: your students.

Trusted Across Texas

Texas districts rely on Frontline ERP to work smarter and stay compliant:

75%

of the 20 largest Texas districts use Frontline ERP

1

in 5 Texas students attend a district powered by Frontline ERP

1m+

of payroll records processed annually with reliability and accuracy

DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

Hear it from Texas K-12 Leaders

“You’re not going to find a software solution that’s as comprehensive and consistent in the areas of HR, Finance and Payroll.”

Rick Rodriguez, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Lubbock ISD

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“We just started thinking there has to be something out there that’s all in one, and we don’t have to put all these pieces together. The different pieces were the attendance, the substitute application and even our student system tying into our business systems, our HR systems. We wanted something that brought all of that together and Frontline is what did that for us.”

Robert Whitman, Assistant Superintendent, Willis ISD

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“We wanted to make sure that we had a system that was also used in the state of Texas. To us, looking for an ERP system that had the experience of working with multiple school districts throughout the state was important. We also looked at the ease of its use. Was it user friendly and also did it achieve the efficiencies that we needed as a district.”

Katrina Montgomery, Assistant Superintendent of Finance, Austin ISD

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Measurable Benefits Across Your District

HR Teams Save Time

Automate onboarding and credential tracking
Prevent payroll errors with built-in safeguards
Stay compliant with automated verification and reporting

Finance Teams Save Money

Connect staffing decisions to budget impact
Simplify audits with automated tracking and reporting
Streamline procurement and reimbursements

IT Teams Gain Security

One integrated platform eliminates disconnected tools
Enterprise-grade security (SOC 2 Type II compliant)

Staff Gain Convenience

24/7 self-service for payroll, benefits, and leave
Mobile-friendly tools for managing work anytime, anywhere

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is Frontline ERP different from other ERP systems?

Frontline ERP is designed specifically for Texas K-12 districts, with built-in support for TSDS and Ed-Fi reporting. It connects finance, HR, and student data in one system – no third-party patches or manual uploads needed. And because time tracking is native to the ERP, payroll sees clock-ins as they happen – no separate systems, no file transfers, just seamless, real-time integration.

Can Frontline ERP handle complex payroll and contracts unique to Texas schools?

Absolutely. Frontline ERP is built to manage the intricate pay structures common in Texas K-12’s, including cycles, grades, steps, stipends, and supplementals. It supports flexible pay options like 13th checks, helping districts accommodate staff who go weeks without a paycheck by spreading salaries across more pay periods.

The system also automates annualized pay for hourly staff, including accurate overtime calculations. No more spreadsheets or manual math. If an employee is scheduled for 35 hours a week, Frontline ERP calculates their pay across the year and applies the correct hourly and overtime rates. And because time tracking is built in, those hours flow straight into payroll in real time. It’s fast, accurate, and made for the way Texas schools work.

How does Frontline ERP support state and federal reporting requirements?

Frontline ERP is purpose-built for Texas compliance – with TSDS, TRS, DOE, and CRDC (Civil Rights Data Collection) reporting fully integrated into the system.

Unlike other solutions that rely on multiple databases or third-party tools, Frontline ERP runs on a single, relational database so your data is always structured, validated, and ready. for reporting, eliminating the need for manual aggregation or external warehousing.

Automated, built-in reporting – no more exporting, formatting, or manual data aggregation
Real-time compliance with Texas-specific and federal requirements
Embedded validation tools catch errors before they become costly problems
CRDC reports generated in minutes, not weeks or months

We take full responsibility for ensuring your district stays compliant. With Frontline ERP, reporting isn’t a separate task – it’s already taken care of.

What kind of support and training does Frontline provide?

You’ll have access to our Texas-based support team, familiar with the unique needs of Texas districts. We also offer regular webinars focused on timely topics to help your team stay informed and make the most of Frontline ERP.

What is position control and why does it matter?

Our native K-12 position control ties each job to funding sources and salary schedules. HR and finance can see which positions are filled, vacant, or over budget, so staffing stays aligned with the district’s financial plan.

How does Frontline ERP help districts manage budgets and forecast more accurately?

Frontline ERP empowers districts to budget smarter, sooner, and with greater confidence – without relying on outdated snapshots or duplicate work.

Districts can open and begin building next year’s budget early, thanks to the way the system is designed. Unlike other tools that require a frozen snapshot of the current year to run “what-if” scenarios (which immediately becomes stale as staffing or financial data changes), Frontline ERP allows continuous, real-time updates. That means your team can build and refine next year’s budget while staying current on changes like resignations, new hires, or funding shifts.

Real-time forecasting across concurrent funding cycles
No need to duplicate data or rely on static snapshots
Work within a single system that always reflects up-to-date financials
Full visibility into encumbrances and budget impact as decisions are made

The result? Earlier starts, smarter projections, and fewer surprises.

How does Frontline ERP protect sensitive district data and ensure compliance with state security standards?

Frontline ERP is built with security, compliance, and trust at its core. We are proud to hold a Level 2 TX-RAMP certification — the highest level required by the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) for cloud solutions handling confidential data. This certification confirms that Frontline meets the state’s strict standards for data protection, risk management, and continuous monitoring. For Texas school districts, it means confidence in a system that’s not only powerful and flexible, but fully compliant with evolving state requirements.

Where can I access Frontline ERP?

Anywhere you can access the internet, you can access ERP.

The system is entirely cloud-based and optimized for secure, browser-based access – no special software or VPN required. Whether you’re at the district office, working remotely, or on the go, all you need is an internet connection.

Accessible anytime, anywhere
No installs or downloads
Secure and reliable from day one

Ready to see what your district can do with Frontline ERP?

Schedule a conversation with our Texas-based team.

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Texas K-12’s Trusted Finance & HR Solution

Why Frontline ERP?

One System for Finance, HR, & Payroll

Finance

HR & Payroll

For Texas Districts

Transform Every Workflow – From Payroll to Procurement

See the Difference Frontline ERP Makes

See the Full Picture

Trusted Across Texas

75%

1

1m+

DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

Hear it from Texas K-12 Leaders

Measurable Benefits Across Your District

HR Teams Save Time

Finance Teams Save Money

IT Teams Gain Security

Staff Gain Convenience

Frontline Education | Equifax The Work Number

Instant Employment Verification with The Work Number®

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Frontline ERP different from other ERP systems?

Can Frontline ERP handle complex payroll and contracts unique to Texas schools?

How does Frontline ERP support state and federal reporting requirements?

What kind of support and training does Frontline provide?

What is position control and why does it matter?

How does Frontline ERP help districts manage budgets and forecast more accurately?

How does Frontline ERP protect sensitive district data and ensure compliance with state security standards?

Where can I access Frontline ERP?

Ready to see what your district can do with Frontline ERP?

Instant Employment Verification with The Work Number^®