As ARRA presses more transparency, agencies need to leverage tracking systems for accuracy
CHELMSFORD, Mass. (June 11, 2009) –
Kronos® Incorporated today announced the results of a survey it sponsored with the Government Business Council to explore current issues facing federal agencies that must track and report on funding received through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).
News Facts
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The “American Recovery and Reinvestment Act: New Requirements for Tracking and Reporting Federal Workforce Data” survey found that top concerns among participants include:
o How do we accurately track and report on the ways ARRA funds are used?
o Can the information be audited?
o How difficult is it to gather the information and quickly report it?
o Is the funding spent on contracting resources as well as federal employees?
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Other findings include:
o A majority of respondents agree that accurate reporting is key to successful agency operations and many believe that their agencies will need to overcome new challenges due to the ARRA goals of accountability and transparency.
o Many agencies still rely on multiple, disparate systems to track and report on time and attendance and absenteeism, which can lead to errors, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities to use data strategically.
o Most agencies have a limited ability to track contractors’ time and attendance information.
o The federal workforce is in a state of flux. With a shift in focus on the use of contractors, upcoming retirements, and tightening budgets, agencies are tasked with more difficult decisions within a more demanding timeframe.
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175 federal program managers participated in the survey.
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Kronos is hosting a webinar about ARRA and the tracking and reporting of federal workforce data at 2:00 p.m. on June 18. Register here.
Supporting Quotes
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Jeff Babcock, vice president and general manager, Kronos federal division
“These survey findings confirm what we believe are serious challenges faced by federal agencies today. While ARRA is designed to reinvigorate our economy, it adds a layer of complexity to the tracking and reporting of time and attendance data for federal workers. With 60 federal agency customers and 650,000 federal employees using our workforce management solutions, Kronos is well-positioned to help federal agencies simplify the complexities involved with complying with accountability and transparency requirements.”
Supporting Resources
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Kronos in the federal government: www.kronos.com/federal.
About the Government Business Council
As Government Executive Media Group’s research and thought leadership division, the Government
Business Council (GBC) is dedicated to advancing the business of government through analysis, insight and the sharing of best practices. By leveraging Government Executive’s proven credibility with senior federal decision-makers and its dedicated research capabilities, the GBC is uniquely positioned to develop comprehensive research on the federal government.
About Kronos Incorporated
Kronos is the global leader in workforce management solutions that enable organizations to control labor costs, minimize compliance risk, and improve workforce productivity. Tens of thousands of organizations in 60 countries — including more than half of the Fortune 1000® — use Kronos time and attendance, scheduling, absence management, HR and payroll, hiring, and labor analytics applications. To learn how Kronos uniquely delivers complete automation and high-quality information in an easy-to-use solution, visit www.kronos.com.
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