Background: Integrated Financial Management Information Systems (IFMIS) can improve\r\npublic sector management by providing real-time financial information to managers in order\r\nto enhance their decision-making capabilities. The South African Public Service is currently\r\nbusy with the implementation of an IFMIS. However, the implementation of such a project has\r\nproved to be a very demanding undertaking and has not been met with resounding success.\r\nObjectives: The research was conducted in order to identify the challenges and risks that\r\nare involved in the implementation of the IFMIS in South Africa. After identification of the\r\nchallenges and risks, solutions or guidelines were developed that may make the implementation\r\nmore successful.\r\nMethod: The methodology that was used is that of a literature study where theories were\r\nexplored and used to solve a research problem. Based on the theoretical research, solutions and\r\nguidelines were developed to solve challenges and risks experienced.\r\nResults: The results indicated that there are a number of challenges involved with the\r\nimplementation of an IFMIS. A set of best practice guidelines was developed that may make\r\nthe implementation more successful.\r\nConclusion: The sheer size and complexity of an IFMIS poses significant challenges and a\r\nnumber of risks to the implementation process. There are, however, critical success factors or\r\nbest practices that can be used for the project to succeed. It is recommended that these best\r\npractices be used by the South African Public Service.
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