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How to build transparency for government agencies

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For any government organization to work effectively, they need the trust of their citizens. Trust-building is often a difficult and time-consuming process, but it can be made easier through transparency. How does this process happen? It can begin with financial transparency. Here’s how to build financial transparency for government agencies, and why it should matter to you.

 

Are you looking for answers transparency for government agencies? Simply want to make financial planning easier? Since 1998, Questica has worked to make handling finances easier and better for the public sector, government and non-profits. We manage over $63 billion in annual government and public sector budgets, and we want to help you. Please visit our website for more information and consider signing up for one of our free webinars.

 

 

Why and how to build transparency for government agencies

 

Why do we need transparency in government?

It can sometimes be easy for government agencies to believe that they are in a more secure position. Unlike non-profits or for-profit businesses, government agencies don’t rely on fluctuating revenue streams from the general public or supportive donors. The money is more secure, since it is taxpayer dollars at work. However, the trust of the citizens is vital to democracy, and for many, trust begins with financial responsibility. Citizens want to know that their taxpayer dollars are being spent wisely, and ultimately in their interest.

 

Easy ways to promote transparency in government

Transparency begins at making financial data accessible to those who want to see it. This can include financial records, spending history, and annual budgets. However, just providing the financial data isn’t enough for true transparency. Government agencies must be open about their strategies, their mindset and, most importantly, their mistakes. Ultimately, smart and honest decision making is what builds trust in the government, and that trust allows the agency to run more effectively. One very helpful way to present financial data is through financial planning and data visualization software. Dedicated software can organize and present the data for both your agency and the public, making it easier to read and understand. It also helps to encourage dialogue and engage stakeholders about your organization, its mandate and contributions in your community.

 

Questica software is a fast way to improve transparency

For government organizations looking to improve transparency, the most powerful tool is software that is easy to learn and easy to use. OpenBook, Questica’s data visualization software, offers government agencies the easy, intuitive software they need. We present financial and non-financial data with descriptive text, informational pop-ups, charts, and graphs. It also seamlessly integrates with Questica Budget, our comprehensive budget preparation and management software. Questica understands the demand for transparency and we’ve built our software to address and accommodate that demand. We know you don’t have time to be struggling with a difficult interface, so our software is easy to manage and integrates with your existing financial and human resources systems. You can rest assured that Questica will help you and city, town, county or agency  achieve your goals.

 

We are a passionate team of technology experts and business specialists with decades of collective experience managing finances and budgeting software. You’ll be amazed at how much time and energy your agency will save with software like Questica’s OpenBook. To learn more about Questica and how our software can help you, read a case study or take a product tour.

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