LAHORE: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has authorized comprehensive access to Pakistan Revenue Automation Limited (PRAL) data for its officials, aiming to strengthen enforcement capabilities. In line with this decision, the FBR has instructed PRAL’s CEO to ensure full cooperation with domain officers, adhering to the specified Terms of Reference (TORs).
According to an official notification, domain officers will oversee software development, data analysis, and compliance management. Their tasks include coordinating with PRAL teams throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to align software solutions with FBR’s operational requirements.
They are also responsible for validating Business Requirement Specifications (BRS) and Change Request Forms (CRF) to ensure that software developments accurately reflect FBR’s needs.
Additionally, domain officers will collaborate closely with developers to maintain best practices in software development. This includes reviewing test cases and participating in user acceptance testing (UAT) to verify system accuracy and efficiency. A significant part of their role involves implementing FBR’s data governance policy, ensuring that all database activities, software updates, and access controls comply with approved standards. To maintain data security and consistency, they may also propose third-party audits of database logs and access records.
Tax officials, on the other hand, are tasked with optimizing data reporting and analysis.
They will assist in creating user-friendly dashboards for field officers, incorporating actionable insights to enhance decision-making and operational performance. Their responsibilities also include suggesting automated data validation checks and ensuring that all reports align with FBR’s data compliance standards.
Furthermore, tax officials will monitor the effectiveness of data analysis tools, gather feedback, and recommend improvements to maximize FBR’s revenue generation capabilities. They are also responsible for ensuring that access to databases is restricted to authorized personnel, strictly adhering to the principle of least privilege.
