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Making the process more efficient

Online training

On-line training modules are available to participants via the secure NFI web application. They provide relevant training material on how to use the software and are available throughout the initiative. They are particularly useful to those new to NFI. Each user will be advised to complete the appropriate training module before they access the matches and commence their review.

Other measures that can be taken locally

There are also a number of measures that can be taken locally by the senior responsible office or key contact to make the NFI process more efficient, including:

  • checking the NFI website and NFI publications to ensure you are aware of the coverage of the forthcoming exercise;
  • identifying a key contact to be responsible for control and monitoring of the project ensuring the Audit Commission is advised of their contact details;
  • ensuring that the key contact is provided with access to the NFI software;
  • reviewing the data quality reports from NFI 2010/11 to identify any improvements that can be made to data submissions for the next data submission. These reports can be accessed from the home page on the 2012/13 version of the NFI software;
  • ensuring all data extraction guidance documents are reviewed by appropriate staff prior to submission of data; and
  • planning in advance what investigative resources are needed based on the particular expertise and knowledge so the matches can be dealt with promptly; for example, trade creditor duplicate matches are perhaps best dealt with by a nominated person in either Internal Audit or Accounts Payable.