Utilization of Fingerprint as a Managerial Innovation to Increase the Effectiveness of Teacher and Staff Attendance at SDN 148 Palembang

Delyani Delyani

Penulis

Delyani Delyani Universitas PGRI Palembang, Indonesia Author

Kata Kunci:

Biometric attendance system, educational management innovation, managerial accountability, teacher discipline, technology acceptance

Abstrak

This study aims to analyze the utilization of fingerprint attendance systems as a managerial innovation to enhance the effectiveness of teacher and staff attendance at SDN 148 Palembang. The main goal is to understand how this biometric-based system contributes to managerial accountability, work discipline, and data-driven decision-making within school administration. Using a qualitative descriptive method supported by quantitative data from questionnaires, the research involved 30 respondents comprising the school principal, teachers, and administrative staff. The findings show that the fingerprint system significantly improves punctuality, transparency, and discipline, with an average Likert score of 4.35 (very good). Respondents reported that the system reduces attendance manipulation and strengthens communication between management and employees through real-time monitoring. The novelty of this research lies in positioning fingerprint technology not merely as a technical tool but as a strategic managerial innovation that supports transparency and cultural transformation in school governance. Practically, this study provides evidence that biometric systems can increase operational efficiency and fairness in teacher attendance management. The research contributes to the theoretical discourse of educational managerial innovation and offers strategic insights for schools and education authorities aiming to digitalize attendance systems to foster a culture of professionalism and accountability.

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