The team is working implement an improved data collection and inventory system, and developing interagency agreements in order to share equipment between agencies. The project's focus is on reducing the cost of operating state offices and facilities, including energy efficiencies, co-locating agencies, and other building maintenance costs. This project is working to streamline the process by which the Department of Social Services verifies and approves an individual's Medicaid eligibility. The state procurement card is essentially a credit card. The card reduces purchasing paperwork and time.
Vendors also recieve payment sooner.
This project team is examining the cost of internal and external deliveries, including mail, overnight couriers, package delivery, and other methods. See how departments are saving tax dollars. The focus of this project is on various office supplies, including expendable items, janitorial supplies, and paper products. Telephone Charges Reducing telephone costs is the focus of this project. An analysis of telephone charges suggests that savings can be found in the number of directory assisted calls made, equipment leases, maintenance charges, and service reviews.