IFMIS Background

IFMIS serves as FEMA's core financial management system.

  • IFMIS is a fully integrated system that meets Joint Financial Management Improvement Program guidelines and complies with government financial system requirements.
  • FEMA began IFMIS implementation in October 1994 and completed implementation a year later.
  • Its design provides greater functionality and interfaces with other systems, offices, and agencies.
  • IFMIS allows for faster, easier access to data through a standard web browser, reducing the use of paper.