A Procedure and a Tool for Auditing the Implementation of Wireless Hotspot Projects Managed within the EU 3rd Community Support Framework

A procedure and a tool for certifying the proper implementation of broadband wireless network projects is presented and analyzed. The proposed method establishes the appropriate business rules to (a) guarantee that the underlying project has been implemented based on the well-defined guidelines, such as those usually applied to projects co- funded by the European Union 3rd Community Support Framework and (b) maximize the amount of funding given to the project owner/ Beneficiary of the Funding Action. The proposed tool provides an integrated workflow mechanism that supports a simple, straightforward and automated auditing process, thus facilitating the successful implementation of the project and the accomplishment of the Operational Program <<Information Society>> strategic goals.