. The lack of an effective system of supply chain management resulted in delays in approving tenders and appointing service providers to implement projects; . The interface of the Basic Accounting System (BAS) and the Walker System caused delays with capturing of orders and also the misallocation of funds in the system delayed placing of orders; . Delays with filling of vacancies. Some posts had been advertised in May 2010 but have only filled in December 2010 and March 2011; and . The implementation of capital projects had been delayed by local municipalities who had failed to appoint consultants and contractors on time.