The simple approach
Discover course readiness simplicity, flexibility, and efficiency from Simple Higher Ed, the makers of Simple Syllabus.
Why choose Simple Prep Over CidiLabs?
Considering Cidi Labs ReadyGO for course readiness and lifecycle management? Discover the simplicity and power of Simple Prep, built by the team behind Simple Syllabus.
Simple Prep is an intuitive, flexible platform with native support for Canvas, Brightspace, and Blackboard. It pulls dynamic data from your LMS, SIS, syllabus, and more—going beyond the basic predefined alerts offered within Cidi Labs ReadyGo. Simple Prep provides customizable plans and validations tailored to your institution’s needs, all within a centralized dashboard of course content.
Eliminate spreadsheets, streamline instructional design, meet accreditation requirements, and simplify course readiness workflows—all with an easy-to-use solution that aligns with your goals through configurable automations.
CONNECT AND SYNC
Easily integrate with your existing technical ecosystem
Unlike Cidi Labs ReadyGo, Simple Prep supports Canvas, Brightspace, and Blackboard seamlessly, offering flexibility across multiple platforms. Integrate with your existing technology by pulling data beyond just the LMS. Designed to leverage data from your SIS, LMS, Simple Syllabus, and other systems, Simple Prep's data model is customized to your institution during implementation. This personalized approach accelerates integration and minimizes the burden on your technical staff.
- Simple Syllabus Data
- Real-time API connections
- Flat file transfer support
POWERFUL YET SIMPLE
Easy, Intuitive Interface
Simple Prep’s user-friendly interface makes course readiness straightforward, even for new users. With clear navigation, minimal training requirements, and thoughtful design, your team can quickly adopt and effectively use the platform, making the entire course preparation and lifecycle process smoother and more efficient.
- Unlimited plans
- Configurable validations
- Embedded LMS experience
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Sophisticated Automation
Simple Prep goes beyond the basic, predefined Cidi Labs ReadyGo alerts, offering customizable and intelligent automation tailored specifically to your institution’s unique workflows. Our advanced logic ensures comprehensive course validation, proactively identifies gaps, and reduces manual oversight—freeing your team to focus on strategic priorities and institutional excellence.
- Live analytics
- Centralized dashboard
- Automatic validations
AWARD WINNING SUPPORT
Unified Development and Dedicated Support
Simple Prep is developed entirely in-house by the same expert team behind Simple Syllabus, providing a cohesive platform experience. Unlike solutions assembled from various sources, our unified approach ensures seamless integration, consistent updates, and responsive, knowledgeable support—making course readiness and accreditation simpler and more reliable.
- 450 college and university partners
- 99%+ client retention
- Dedicated team of higher ed experts
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For Instructional Designers to Academic Affairs Leaders
Simple Prep is purpose-built to support both instructional designers and academic affairs, combining streamlined course development with the oversight and accreditation support institutional leaders prioritize. It’s a solution that meets design teams where they work—while aligning with broader academic goals.
- Enables Accreditation Confidence
- Built for Instructional Designers
- Supports Academic Affair