The agreement enables agencies to accept credit and debit cards as a form of payment for goods and services. Thanks to this statewide contract, agencies that have small transaction volumes will not be subject to higher rates. In yet another e-commerce initiative, the Department of Information Services will soon complete a statewide agreement for a certification authority to be used for agency services that need digital signatures . Like the merchant bank agreement, this service is available for use by all state agencies. In addition, at the request of Governor Locke, the Legislature is considering bills to protect the privacy of citizens financial information in electronic transactions with the state.
Customers run and view reports over the web using a browser from their workstation.
The results have been very well received and highly rated by customers. Web- based reporting model to become the State s primary financial reporting system. Integration of multiple sources of data, such as performance and staffing data. More opportunity for customized reporting and data extracts, including rich analytical tools for fiscal and budget staff. Reduced costs of reporting.