The UTHSC and the Dental Branch utilize a computerized system called TUFIMS – The University Financial Information System. This system is used to enter and make changes to budgets within accounts. It is also used to encumber and expend funds. In order to access and enter information into TUFIMS, an individual must have authorization. To obtain authorization, complete the TUFIMS Authorization form, obtain the organization manager’s approval, and submit it to the Dean’s Office for processing. The Dental Branch requires TUFIMS training, which is offered through People Works. Contact People Works for the TUFIMS training schedule and to register for training. The requestor will receive his/her TUFIMS User ID after completion of the TUFIMS training. For more information about TUFIMS, see General Administration at this website and The University Financial Information System (TUFIMS).

The UTHSC and the Dental Branch utilize the Budget, Payroll, Personnel System (BPPS). This system is used to make changes in personnel status. Dean’s Office personnel make most entries into BPPS, but access may be given to department personnel in some instances. In order to access and enter information into BPPS, an individual must have authorization. To obtain authorization, complete the BPPS Authorization form, obtain the Organization Manager’s approval, and submit it to the Dean’s Office for processing. The Dental Branch requires BPPS training, which is offered through People Works. Contact People Works for the BPPS training schedule and to register for training. The requestor will receive his/her BPPS User ID after completion of the BPPS training. For more information about BPPS, refer to General Administration at this website and Budget, Payroll, Personnel System, (BPPS).