A discussion about internal controls came up recently which reminded me of some work I had done a few years back. In summary, the problem is that most internal control frameworks are designed for corporate entities and specifically US organizations. How applicable are they to a public sector context?
Continue readingIan Morris’ “War! What Is It Good For?” tackles the complex relationship between war and societal development. He contrasts Hobbes and Rousseau’s views, asserting that war fosters larger, more organized societies that ultimately reduce violence. While acknowledging the human costs of conflict, Morris argues that understanding war’s historical role is vital for future peace.
Continue readingA chance to write my own summary of accomplishments for a soon to be bestowed FCPA Award. A challenging activity to say the least in which hubris is offset by modesty.
Continue readingA self-reflective blog to express gratitude for being awarded an FCPA and acknowledges the support from friends, family, and colleagues. Dumb luck, being curious, and a wonderful wife has led me to diverse professional experiences. At the center of it all is the value of an Accounting education.
Continue readingThe nonprofit sector is faced with stagnant resources and increasing demands. The CPA Community Ambassadors assist nonprofits by providing valuable expertise. A series of ‘Event-Ideas’ are presented which may address the demands on the nonprofit sector.
For the next few months, as ideas appear, this post will be updated.
Continue readingIn August 2024, I started to track my personal-interest and volunteer time using the IPOOG time tracking tool. 472.25 ‘Interest Hours’ later tracking time has proven to be beneficial for not only the nonprofits I volunteer for but to also make sure I am spending my retirement on projects of greatest interest to me.
Continue readingThe IPOOG model attempts to organize the disparate activities of a nonprofit (or any small organization) into five core activities. A ‘citizen-science’ test-drive of the time tracking element of the IPOOG leads to three conclusions. The tool can work but it relies on underlying project literacy, and it could benefit from a better user interface.
Continue readingOriginally written in 2015, but never published. This blog (and series) discusses efficient SharePoint site management through the establishment of standards. It emphasizes the importance of creating a standards page to enhance user training, ensure consistency, and simplify maintenance.
Continue readingSmall nonprofits can benefit from free or heavily discounted software offered by large organizations such as Google or Microsoft. In addition to crib notes on how to access these resources, considerations for the hard implementation and challenges to maintain the software are considered.
Continue readingWhat are the various levels of involvement individuals can have with a nonprofit? Using an ‘I Care Scale’ to assess engagement. It highlights the challenges faced by nonprofits in maintaining interest amid competing distractions and emphasizes the importance of targeting marketing efforts to potential volunteers and donors effectively.
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Organizational Biology 