Comparison
Spreadsheets vs Yiba Verified
Most training institutions start with spreadsheets. They work — until they do not. Here is a side-by-side comparison of what changes when you switch to a structured platform.
| Feature | Spreadsheets | Yiba Verified |
|---|---|---|
| Learner records | Scattered across files | Centralised, searchable, role-based |
| Compliance tracking | Manual checklists | Automated real-time indicators |
| Logbook entries | Paper forms or Word documents | Digital entries with evidence + sign-off |
| Supervisor sign-off | Chase via WhatsApp | In-platform digital sign-off |
| Audit trail | None — who edited what? | Immutable, timestamped audit trail |
| Assessment pipeline | Email + shared drive | Structured workflow: schedule → assess → moderate |
| Hours tracking | Manual tally, error-prone | Automatic calculation per learner |
| Document management | Box / Google Drive chaos | Evidence vault with versioning |
| Public profile | No online presence | Verified directory listing |
| Graduate portfolios | Not possible | Shareable verified portfolio with QR code |
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