Acknowledgements

This project originated with the NACUBO Financial Information Systems Subcommittee, whose members brought focus to the need for such a handbook. The members of this committee include David C. Bosserman (chair), Oklahoma State University; Lauren J. Brisky, Vanderbilt University; Weldon E. Ihrig, Oregon State System of Higher Education; Robin E. Jenkins, NACUBO; Louis H. Katz, George Washington University; Louis G. Marcoccia, Syracuse University; Linda Martinson, The Galloway School; and Steven W. Relyea, University of California, San Diego. Their steadfast and enlightened guidance throughout the development of this book was invaluable.

NACUBO and CAUSE gratefully acknowledge the authors who took on much more than they bargained for, both in terms of the volume and depth of this endeavor as well as the time commitment. Their commitment to this important effort and the value of their considerable expertise cannot be overstated. In particular, were it not for the editorial leadership of Julia A. Rudy of CAUSE, this book would not exist. With the diplomatic skills of a peace negotiator, she kept seven busy and opinionated colleagues on track and demanded more of everyone than they thought they had to give. A tremendous amount of credit is due her.

A debt of gratitude is owed to the many administrators who provided ideas and constructive criticism, which helped to refine the process described herein and enhanced this book's usefulness. These include Robin Beck, University of Pennsylvania; Kenneth C. Blythe, Pennsylvania State University; Barbara D. Green, San Jose State University; Janet S. Gordon, University of Pennsylvania; Kenneth J. LaSalle, Lansing Community College; Michael J. Marinaccio, Minet; and Richard P. West, The California State University System.

Serving as project manager at NACUBO, Anna Marie Cirino provided the links to the subcommittee and CAUSE, and brought the authors together at critical junctures.

Finally, the book's development and publication was made possible by the generous sponsorship of Andersen Consulting and PeopleSoft, Inc. Their support and belief in the value of this project are greatly appreciated.

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