Internal Controls
Consistently applied policies, procedures and systems form the bedrock of any organization's operations. In the government acquisition and assistance space, the vast body of regulations requires that a federal government partner have written policies and consistent practices to guide their business operations. Absent such systems, an organization may:
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Risk losing new contracts due to an inability to demonstrate evidence of responsibility;
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Face audit risk, including potential disallowances that have historically cost contractors millions in returned funds to the federal government; and
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Increase their potential for wasteful use of resources and taxpayer dollars; and
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Unintentionally risk creating an environment where unethical behavior can take root.
Akiri offers both off-the-shelf and customized policy and procedural development and revision, depending on your unique circumstances, to ensure you have the necessary systems in place to implement your projects smoothly and compliantly. We have been tasked with developing and revising a variety of policies and manuals, including those for:
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Competitive procurement;
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Domestic and international travel;
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Overseas allowances;
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Codes of business ethics and conduct;
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Project operations;
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Government property management and disposition;
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Recruitment and hiring practices; and
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Subcontractor, vendor and grantee management.