Process Management

Process discussions between client, agency and cost consultant usually yield clear, actionable procedures that anyone working on the account can follow.

We will meet with your staff and agency(ies) to determine what form written cost control procedures will take. Some clients integrate these procedures into already existing corporate advertising policies. Some use them as stand-alone documents. Included in the procedures are customized specification, bidding, and estimating forms, as well as written procedures on how estimates and billing are processed through your system.

Being out-of-process with accepted procedures and policy can be costly.  Our clear, step-by-step approach makes process non-compliance apparent so it can be reined in before serious issues develop.

Which brings us to:

Sarbanes Oxley Compliance

Many CMOs are making the conscious decision to turn an internal SOX review into an oft-needed but seldom performed opportunity for a process and systems review. The GMA Group, Inc can:

• Help determine and document the processes and procedures for performing the various functions of your marketing department
• Determine that adequate approvals and systems are in place for developing the marketing budget
• Ensure that invoices are accurate and have appropriate support
• Ensure that financial reports to management are correct
• Identify and correct opportunities for potential "overspend"
• Ensure the client is "getting what is paid for"
• Identify any deficiencies, and help implement best practices