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The Business Enterprise Program Has Improved Vendor Contract Opportunities, Training, Support, and Monitoring

Report 08-34, May 2008

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Report Summary

Consistent with OPPAGA's recommendations, the Department of Education's Business Enterprise Program improved its services. The program closed or converted several unprofitable enterprises, consolidated training locations, increased entrance and completion standards, and enhanced support for new vendors. However, vendor attrition rates continue to be very high and the program lacks useful performance measures.

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Copies of this report in print or alternate accessible format may be obtained by email OPPAGA@oppaga.fl.gov, telephone (850) 488-0021, or mail 111 W. Madison St., Room 312 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1475.
Copies of this report in print or alternate accessible format may be obtained by email OPPAGA@oppaga.fl.gov, telephone (850) 488-0021, or mail 111 W. Madison St., Room 312 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1475.
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