Implementation Guidance

MIS Automation - the overview

Financials

• The argument for automation of MIS • Reporting /monitoring requirements for partners • Linking capacity and MIS implementation to ongoing funding

MIS Basics and Process Evaluation

• What is the MIS? And why is it important? • How does process differ from methodology? • How to diagram from two perspectives: data centric and process centric. • What are your requirements?

Vendors and their products

• The commercial off the shelf model is preferred • CGAP evaluation process and USAID evaluation framework • Grameen style differentials • How to find the right fit.

Planning and Budgets

• Formulating the budget for an MIS implementation • Timelines • New Technologies • Computerization in developing countries

Personnel issues

• Internalizing the process improvements • Avoiding "we're all responsible = no one is responsible" • Hiring an MIS manager? Roles and responsibilities.

Analysis and Planning

Management Information System Analysis, Recommendations, and Planning

Introduction

A brief overview of project parameters…

Objectives

Creating better accounting, transparency, etc

Analysis of need

See appendices for system analysis

Action items and Timeline

Actions by managers, staff, and systems implementation timelines

Budget

Itemized

Project Coordination

Conclusions

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