Interior Business Center

Interior Business Center
Type:	Program
Sponsor organization:	U.S. Department of the Interior
Creation Legislation:	Not specifically legislated; operates under Department of the Interior's authority
Website:	https://www.doi.gov/ibc

Mission
To provide business management services, including financial management, human resources, and IT solutions to the Department of the Interior and other federal agencies, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness. IBC aims to support agencies in focusing on their core missions by managing administrative functions.

Interior Business Center (IBC) is a shared services provider within the U.S. Department of the Interior, offering various administrative services to federal agencies to streamline operations.

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Goals

To deliver high-quality, cost-effective business services to federal agencies.
To improve operational efficiency through centralized management systems.
To support mission-critical functions by providing expert administrative support.

Success is measured by customer satisfaction, cost savings, and the performance of services like payroll, acquisition, and financial management.

Organization

The IBC is part of the Department of the Interior and is structured into several service areas including Financial Management, Human Resources, and Acquisition. It is led by a director, and its operations are funded through a fee-for-service model where client agencies pay for the services they use.

Impact and Outcomes

- Quantitative: IBC has achieved significant cost savings for federal agencies by centralizing services. - Qualitative: It has allowed agencies to focus on their primary missions by handling administrative burdens.

Challenges include adapting to changing federal regulations and ensuring service quality across a diverse client base.

U.S. Department of the Interior

Background and History

Originally known as the National Business Center, it was established in 2000 through the consolidation of various service centers within the Department of the Interior. It was renamed to the Interior Business Center in 2012. Over time, IBC has expanded its service offerings and client base to support over 150 federal organizations.

Funding: - IBC operates on a full cost recovery model, with funding solely from service fees charged to its clients. - There is no public disclosure of exact funding figures, but operations are sustained by ongoing revenue from services.

Implementation

IBC provides services through a network of service areas, employing advanced IT systems for tasks like payroll, contract management, and financial reporting. The program is ongoing with no specific end date, as its services are integral to federal operations.

Leadership: - The head of IBC is the Director of the Interior Business Center.

External Links

Wikipedia Article: - wikipedia:Interior Business Center

Social media

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[1] ttps://www.doi.gov/ibc

[2] ttps://www.fiscal.treasury.gov/fsservices/gov/acctg/ibc.htm

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