Allocability: The Most Misunderstood Principle in Federal Grants

In federal grant management, every cost must meet three standards: allowability, allocability, and reasonableness. Of these, allocability is the most complex and the one most likely to lead to questioned costs. Allowability asks whether the cost is permitted....

The Ethics of Efficiency

When Technology Replaces Purpose Every institution promises that its next system will bring order to research administration. New modules, integrations, dashboards. A better way to track awards, manage billing, and ensure compliance. But efficiency has never been a...

Why the Work of Stewardship Begins After the Award

Winning a grant feels like a milestone. There is excitement, recognition, and often a sense of relief that the proposal effort has paid off. Yet for those who manage grants every day, the real test begins once the award is made. Stewardship is the long, careful...