2011-2012 District Budget - San Antonio Independent School District

Received Board approval for purchase of an automated Time & Attendance system. The project
will begin in early 2012 with full implementation expected by the start of the 2012-13 school
year.
Initiated/implemented consultant studies in the Finance and Human Resources Departments to
identify efficiencies in existing processes as well as to assist the District in the development of an
RFP, vendor evaluation, and implementation of a new ERP system.
Implemented a new department within the Employee Benefits and Risk Management aimed at
improving employee safety. In addition to the goal of maintaining a safe workplace, the District
anticipates a reduction in worker’s compensation claims resulting from this initiative.
Initiated preliminary discussions to learn about the potential benefits of electronic document
management software to improve efficient access to and storage of documents within the District.
Food Services Department continues to identify efficiencies through review of inventory
management, food production and administrative processes/procedures which have assisted in a
continued positive financial outlook for the Food and Child Nutrition Program.
The Planning and Budget Department completed full implementation of an automated Budget
Change Request form for General Fund and other selected Funds to expedite and assist in the
processing of budget amendments.
The Transportation Department completed the implementation of a GPS tracking system that has
enhanced the service provided to parents, improved safety, and increased the accountability of the
department.
SAISD’s Associate Superintendent for Finance was selected by the San Antonio Business Journal
as one of the area’s Best CFO’s.
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