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Selection and Implementation Services for an Orange County Integrated Information Management System North Carolina 11 D. Objectives of System Selection and Technology Planning The need for comprehensive strategic information systems selection and technology planning is more evident today than ever before in government organizations and public utilities. Improved management information has become more vital in effectively and efficiently managing operations, setting tax rates, and competing for business development. Increased internal and external reporting requirements have expanded the need for more comprehensive management information. Many of these information needs can be satisfied through cost effective use of information systems and technology. The computer environment has been subject to rapid change due to the technological advances associated with the industry. The information systems planning and selection process is especially important in view of the variety of responsibilities performed in the organization and the many diverse automated and manual systems in place. The initial technology and needs assessment provides the foundation of the selection and planning effort. The primary objective of systems selection projects is to analyze- the various information systems and technology alternatives, and recommend the best strategy to meet the short term and long-range requirements of the organization. E. Scope The scope of project includes the services to assist in the Needs Analysis of an integrated information management system that is estimated to include the following: Financial Management • Budgetary Accounting (General Ledger) • Cost Accounting (Government Enterprise) • Budget Prepazation Purchasing/InventoryMamgement • Purchasing/Encumbrance Accounting • Accounts Payable • Inventory Revenue Management • Accounts Receivable • Cash Receipts • Grant Management (optional)