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American Indian tribal governments have very specific and unique needs — particularly from an accounting, budgeting and reporting standpoint. Enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms can provide the cohesive technology needed for tribal governments to operate as smoothly and efficiently as possible. However, when choosing an ERP solution for a tribal government, there are some specific features and capabilities to look for.

By having a better understanding of what ERP software can do for your tribal government and what to look for when selecting an ERP solution, you can make the right decisions to better support your Native American community.

Benefits of ERP Software for Tribal Governments

One of the primary purposes of an ERP platform is to take a number of paper-based and/or manual processes within an organization and transform them into digital processes. Likewise, many processes can become automated once they are digitized, saving even more time and money for the average tribal government organization.

Some common examples of government processes that can be digitized and even automated through ERP software may include:

• Maintaining a general ledger
• Financial reporting
• Fund accounting
• Project/grant management
• Budgeting
• Invoicing
• Procurement/payment

With the implementation of just one easy-to-use platform, tribal governments can integrate many of their finance, payroll, reporting and HR management processes. This reduces or even eliminates the need for time-consuming and laborious manual processes while reducing the risk of error. The greater efficiency, accuracy and security afforded by an ERP platform empowers tribal governments to better serve their communities not just now — but for generations to come.

Choosing the Right ERP Solution for Your Tribal Government

While there are many ERP platforms on the market, tribal governments need to explore solutions that are designed specifically with the unique needs and rights of an American Indian tribe in mind. The right platform for a tribal government will be created around the understanding that your government has its own rights protected by the Constitution and that some of the regulations and other processes that would be “typical” in a standard government agency may not apply.

Likewise, tribal governments are encouraged to research and select an ERP solution that will be as seamless as possible to implement. This way, government departments can reduce the costs of training government employees on how to use the new platform. Meanwhile, the risk of user error can also be mitigated.

Sparkrock is Here to Help

Sparkrock offers ERP software that helps tribal governments unify essential operations in one secure, cloud-based platform. Our solution supports finance, payroll, budgeting, and reporting — all powered by Microsoft Dynamics 365 — to give leaders the tools they need for centralized reporting, real-time insights, and accurate forecasting.

We understand that protecting the security and stability of your services is non-negotiable. That’s why we’ve built in strong data security measures, high system reliability, and compliance features that respect the sovereignty and specific governance needs of tribal governments.

We’ve worked with tribal governments across the country and have seen first-hand how the right ERP can simplify processes, reduce errors, and free up resources to focus on the priorities that matter most: serving your people and strengthening your community for generations to come.

Ready to find out more about how Sparkrock can empower your tribal government by streamlining your financial management systems and much more? Contact us today to learn more about our ERP solutions for tribal governments.