The contract was won through the OGC Catalist public sector procurement framework. ABeam's extensive assessment will help the university consolidate and streamline management reporting capabilities.
UCL's Director of Management Systems, Will Miller said: 'We needed to review our current capabilities and how we can meet future reporting demands cost-effectively. We chose ABeam for their pragmatic approach and the independent expertise they can provide through their Business Intelligence practice.'
The consulting firm will assess reporting needs within UCL, for both short and long term horizons. This in-depth assessment will deliver a comprehensive roadmap for a sustainable reporting environment, and will address organisational considerations as well as technology options.
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