Financial Management Systems Launched in Colorado and West Virginia

Colorado and West Virginia both launched financial management systems last week through CGI Advantage’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) option.

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    According to a CGI statement, the two states are utilizing a specialized “build for government” program.

    For Colorado, the Rocky Mountain State upgrading from a 22-year old accounting system that was written in COBOL with older green screen technology. The new accounting system integrates budget and purchasing functions, according to CGI, which will streamline financial operations.

    “CORE will help Colorado departments and agencies reach new levels of efficiency and effectiveness,” Kathy Nesbitt, Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Personnel & Administration said. “It’s a transformative solution that will serve our citizens for years to come and I applaud the outstanding work of our state team and CGI.”

    West Virginia is also replacing a system that is over 20 years old and the new option will assist the state in its financial, human resources, payroll, and procurement management processes.

    “We are committed to delivering high quality solutions for our growing user community, including Colorado and West Virginia, while reducing total cost of ownership, providing more efficient government operations, and continuing to drive innovation in our clients’ ERP programs,” CGI Senior Vice President of the Advantage Program Daniel Keene said.

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