Fiscal Services Limited (FSL) is a diversified Information Technology (IT) company, providing a full range of services for the Government of Jamaica. These include:

• Software development
• Network communications
• Quality assurance and systems testing
• Hardware development and
• Technical support

FSL is an Agency of the Ministry of Finance with a staff of 189, with headquarters in Kingston.
Its website is www.fsl.org.jm

History of FSL
Incorporated in 1985, the Company's shares were initially held by the Revenue Board on behalf of the Government of Jamaica. In 1991, these shares were transferred to the Accountant General, and by 1999, the CompanyÕs scope of operations was expanded.

Role In Jamaica's E-Government Programme
FSL's provision of state-of-the-art information technology services to Government Ministries and Agencies is the driving force in the ongoing modernization programme for the development of an effective e-Government system.

The initial programme being spearheaded by FSL involves integration of existing computer systems for trade and fiscal services, facilitating the processing of import and export documentation, importer and exporter registration, the collection of taxes, and enhanced tax compliance by companies involved in trade.

FSL and the ICT Project
In Phase One of the ICT Project, FSL is responsible for web enabling Trade Facilitation Agencies including JAMPRO, Trade Board and Jamaica Customs, as well as the Ministries of Health, Agriculture and National Security and the Bureau of Standards in a Wide Area Network (WAN). Online services and revenue collection functions being addressed in this phase include, Jamaica Customs, Property Taxes, General Consumption Tax (GCT) and general receipts, including Motor Vehicle Certificates of Fitness and Drivers License Fees, as well as Traffic Ticket fines.

FSL has already web enabled JAMPRO, the Trade Board and Jamaica Customs. The Company has also facilitated inter-agency connectivity and the sharing of information among revenue departments, to enhance their efficiency and promote increased customer satisfaction.

Major FSL Projects

• Ministry of Finance & Planning: Developed the Jamaica Budget Information System, the Securities Management System, Bank Reconciliation System and the Automated Pensions System.
• Jamaica Customs: Computerized the Head Office and satellite sites. Designed the system for electronic filing of import entry documents and online payment of customs duties.
• Tax Administration Department: Developed the Integrated Computerized Tax Administration System which interfaces with the Property Tax System Taxpayer Registration Number (TRN) System, Tax Compliance Certification (TCC) System, Automated Motor Vehicle System, Integrated Cash Remittance System and Stamp Office Information System.
• National Land Agency: Developed the Land Valuation System.
• JAMPRO: Developed the Exporter Registration System.
• Trade Board Limited: Developed the Trade Board Information System which facilitates online trade license and certification applications.