al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies
Vol. 9 No. 3 (2026)

Optimizing School Management with SIM-Sekolah: Tangible Support for School-Based Management (SBM)

Mustabsyirah (Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar)
Fahmi Abdullah (Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar)
Maulidyah Fitriah (Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar)
Nurmiati (Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Sep 2026

Abstract

This article discusses the optimization of school management through school management information systems (SIM-Sekolah) as a tangible support for the implementation of School-Based Management (SBM) in Indonesia. The aim is to analyze the role of SIM-Sekolah in improving administrative efficiency, financial transparency, and stakeholder engagement, and to identify challenges and solutions in its integration with SBM. The method used was a systematic literature review with three main stages: reference search, identification, and analysis to conclude the relationship between SIM-Sekolah and SBM. SIM-Sekolah facilitates data-driven decision making, automates administrative processes and improves financial accountability. Its integration with SBM promotes decentralization of authority, community participation and adaptation to local needs. However, challenges such as teacher resistance and limited infrastructure, especially in remote areas, hinder implementation. Proposed solutions include continuous training for teachers, investment in digital infrastructure and collaboration between schools, government and communities. The integration of SIM-School and MBS has the potential to improve education quality through efficiency and transparency. The recommendation for schools is gradual adoption with mentoring while the government needs to expand access to technology and supporting policies. With these steps, the digital transformation of. With these steps, the digital transformation of education can be achieved sustainably.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Afkar_Journal

Publisher

Subject

Social Sciences

Description

al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is published by Association of Secondment Lecturers (Asosiasi Dosen DPK) UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung Indonesia. Focus of al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is on publishing original empirical research articles and theoretical reviews of Islamic Studies, ...