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Performance and Accountability Report
Fiscal Year 2002
MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
I am pleased to present the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) FY 2002 Performance and Accountability Report. For the first time, HHS is presenting its program performance report with the Department's financial results and program management and accountability information in a single, integrated document. Our intent is to provide a more comprehensive picture of HHS' efforts over the past year in pursuing its strategic and performance objectives, and to demonstrate accountability for the resources entrusted to HHS.
The HHS' Office of Inspector General has issued an unqualified, or "clean," audit opinion on the FY 2002 consolidated statements for the fourth consecutive year. While we are proud of this accomplishment, much work and opportunities for improvement remain. As such, this report not only reflects on our many accomplishments of FY 2002, but also looks ahead to the challenges of the future. The ongoing development and implementation of the Unified Financial Management System is the foundation for continued improvement in our financial management and reporting capabilities.
The Department is committed to providing timely and accurate financial information to HHS managers and stakeholders, and to ensuring that our business processes are efficient and customer-driven. HHS has undertaken numerous efforts to improve program and resource management processes, not only in the eyes of the Administration as articulated in the President's Management Agenda, but more importantly, to those who depend on HHS' many services. Technology is the key to serving our customers and stakeholders, and we are focused on strengthening our technological infrastructure to improve both operating capability and systems security.
This report contains comprehensive information on the Department's program performance, resource management, and stewardship responsibilities. It addresses the strides that HHS has made relative to the President's Management Agenda, including our progress in addressing such critical issues as reducing the occurrence of erroneous payments and improving our financial reporting and management processes. This document fully demonstrates our accountability and stewardship. In closing, I would like to acknowledge the dedication and professionalism of HHS staff throughout the Department who contributed to this report.
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Janet Hale
Chief Financial Officer
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