Employee Technology Skills on Implementation of Integrated Financial Management Systems

Abstract

Purpose: The main aim of the study was to determine the effect of employee technology skills on the implementation of integrated financial management systems (IFMIS).

Materials/Methods: The study is informed by Meta theory. An explanatory research design was used. The study targeted employees from the IT and accounting departments of the seven county governments in the North Rift region. The total population for the study comprised 281 respondents, from which 248 employees were randomly selected. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire and a document analysis guide. Cronbach's alpha was used to determine the reliability index of the research instruments. The collected data was analyzed using regression and correlation analysis.

Findings: The study found that employee technology skills positively influence the implementation of IFMIS.

Conclusion: Employee training on information technology is essential to ensure that they have the necessary skills to effectively utilize IFMIS.

Value: This study highlights the importance of enhancing employee technology skills through training to improve the implementation of integrated financial management systems in county governments.