PER-2013-7294

The results of our audit disclosed deficiencies in internal control and/or instances of noncompliance or other matters that are considered reportable under Government Auditing Standards. Specifically, state's contract discount of 7% to 37% on microcomputers and peripherals was not reflected in one of the four vendor online catalogs for approximately one week. The Office of Information and Technology Services (ITS) does not document spot checks of the vendor catalog pricing. In addition, ITS has not conducted a review of agency's compliance with IT procurement regulations since 2008. During the past three years, less than 3% of the 1,247 state employees with authority to approve purchase orders have been trained on information technology procurement policies and procedures. ITS generally agreed with our findings and recommendations. Details about each item are provided in the Audit Findings, Recommendations and Responses section of the report.