NUCore is an open-source core facility management application for universities, developed in collaboration with a consortium of research institutions, where costs are shared for features that benefit the broader community. It integrates key processes—order placement, billing, and reporting—into a single, intuitive platform.
For more than 15 years, Northwestern University and TXI partnered to continually develop and improve this software. Here’s how it makes life easier for administrators and researchers.
Intuitive Order Management
NUCore offers a cart-based ordering system that makes it easy to purchase research materials, order services, and make reservations. Once logged in, users can see orders in progress, their order history, payment sources for each transaction, and which services are available for a given facility—all with a single click.
The app also offers additional homepage menus based on each user’s organizational role (e.g., billing and reporting menus for administrative staff). This declutters the user experience and ensures that users only see what they need.
