Georgia's current data systems are adequate to meet federal and state reporting needs by determining status, demographics, location and goals for all children in foster care. Data is input on the local county level and is immediately accessible to case managers, supervisors and administrators. The available information consists of all the AFCARS elements, as well as case registration information on all primary client cases. The database history dates back to 1993.

County staff access client history data across county lines. County staff also have a menu of data reports regarding their own county data. Field management and state level staff have the ability to access statewide data reports and information. Detailed and ad hoc analysis of data is done by the Evaluation and Reporting Section at the state office.

There is a menu of reports available in the data system which are utilized by county administrators and supervisors. A state office unit of programmers also access the data, and provide a variety of ad hoc and standardized reports for state and local management to assist with continuity of services and consistent data reporting.

Georgia is in the process of planning and developing our Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS). This system will be a comprehensive case management computerized tool for case managers. By providing staff with effective tools such as building an automated system, we will shorten the length of time required to achieve program goals.