OTHER WISEFLOW SERVICES
AUTHENTICICATION PACKAGE
BACKGROUND
Each WISEflow license comes with one default authentication method, which is sufficient for many institutions — whether they use standard WISEflow login, federated EDUgain providers (e.g. WAYF, FEIDE, SWAMID), or Microsoft/Azure identity management. However, some institutions need to offer multiple login options to different user groups, meet legal requirements, or support varied identity management setups. The Authentication Package makes this possible by enabling additional authentication methods on the same license.
PURPOSE
The Authentication Package allows institutions to supplement their default login method with one or more alternatives. This gives users greater flexibility and ensures the institution can meet technical, procedural, or regulatory authentication needs without compromising the standard WISEflow setup.
KEY FEATURES
Depending on the institution’s default authentication setup, the following options can be added through the Authentication Package:Note: Not all authentication methods can be combined. Institutions should consult UNIwise to clarify which combinations are possible.
FACIAL COMPARISON & AUDIO DETECTION
BACKGROUND
In remote and digitally invigilated exams, institutions need reliable ways to confirm identity and detect inappropriate behaviour without disrupting the exam experience. Facial Comparison and Audio Detection act as “soft invigilation” methods providing lightweight monitoring that supports integrity while keeping the process simple for candidates.
PURPOSE
These features help institutions ensure that the correct candidate is present throughout the exam and that no verbal collaboration takes place. By combining identity verification with audio monitoring, institutions gain an additional layer of integrity assurance during remote or onsite locked-down exams.
KEY FEATURES
With continuous image checks against a reference photo
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT PACKAGE
BACKGROUND
Educational programmes increasingly aim to align teaching, learning outcomes and final assessment. Many institutions also want students to practise in the same system used for highstakes exams to build familiarity and reduce anxiety. The Formative Assessment Package bridges the virtual classroom (LMS/VLE) with WISEflow, giving teachers a straightforward way to manage formative tasks directly from the systems they already use.PURPOSE
The package is designed to link everyday teaching activities with the exam platform. With standard LTI 1.3 support, institutions can easily integrate WISEflow with platforms like Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard or Brightspace. Teachers can set up formative assessments that run in WISEflow without extra steps, ensuring a smooth experience for both instructors and students.KEY FEATURES
MALWARE SCANNING
BACKGROUND
As digital exams become more widespread, the risk of malware hidden in uploaded documents grows. Even though WISEflow is designed as an onlinefirst platform, many institutions still allow assessors to download submissions for offline marking. This creates a potential threat if participants unknowingly upload infected files. The Malware Scanning module addresses this risk by scanning all submissions before they are made available for download.
PURPOSE
Most participants act responsibly, but they may still be unaware of infections on their own devices. Institutions that lack universal antivirus coverage or simply want an additional layer of protection – can rely on WISEflow’s Malware Scanning service. It ensures that any infected file is caught before it reaches assessors or internal systems, providing peace of mind and a safer assessment workflow.
KEY FEATURES
Of all participant submissions and appendices.
PREMIUM STORAGE
Premium Storage extends the default retention period in WISEflow, giving institutions full control over how long exam data is kept.
BACKGROUND
By default, WISEflow stores exam data for two years to comply with GDPR and ensure that personal data is not held longer than necessary. While this covers typical needs such as reexaminations, complaints and audit trails, some institutions require longer retention due to internal policies, regulations or student services.
PURPOSE
Premium Storage is designed for institutions that need, or want, extended retention of exam data. It allows full storage of exam papers, grades and related material for the entire period of the license agreement, while still giving individuals the option to request deletion where required.
KEY FEATURES
For exam data as long as the licence agreement is active.
COMMON QUESTIONS FROM HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
The system periodically captures images during the exam and compares them against a stored reference photo. Invigilators can view comparison scores and images directly in the participation monitor.