We have created our own database using Microsoft Access. Because it is not a
"canned" grants program it does not box us in.  We create what we need and
no more. But our needs are modest; yours may not be. Check it out.

Joe Zelan

Elaine Young wrote:

> My university has gone to a PeopleSoft accounting system that includes a
> grants module.  The problem I'm having is that I need to produce
> quarterly, annual, and other reports that contain information that,
> while in PS, is not easily obtainable.  I also need to be able to
> produce a variety of information when my president calls and requests a
> quick turnaround.
>
> Does anyone out there have a database system that is easily searchable
> and that they would recommend for a Sponsored Programs Office handling
> the full range of grants and contracts(preferably a canned program that
> I can purchase) and that makes the production of these reports less
> onerous?  An added benefit would be for it to directly populate NIH,
> NSF, etc. forms.
>
> Thanks for any help.
>
> Elaine Young, Ph.D.
> Associate Vice Provost for Research
> University of Maryland, Baltimore County
> 1000 Hilltop Circle, Admin 204
> Baltimore, Maryland 21250
>
> (410) 455-1336
> (410) 455 1876
> xxxxxx@umbc.edu
>
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