Best Practice is a management idea which asserts that there is a technique, method, process, or activity more effective at delivering a particular outcome than any other technique, method, process etc. While each state is unique in structure, the mission and responsibilities with regard to compact operations are similar. For example, all states are involved in training field personnel, sustaining a state council, resolving disputes, etc. In an effort to provide additional technical assistance to the states, the Commission is posting each submission to this web page and creating a publication. / Best Practice Submission Guide

2008	Details	Title	Abstract
Date: Best Practice #: Type: Subject:	06.30.08 4-2008 Policy Administration	Creating a Funding Mechanism for Retaking Compact Offenders, Interstate Compact Return Fund	Timely retaking is a challenge for many states mostly due to issues such as limited resources, lack of enabling legislation, local policies, practices, etc. Identifying effective retaking practices, including establishing revenue generating programs to defray costs, are likely to enhance compliance.
Date: Best Practice #: Type: Subject:	05.27.08 3-2008 Policy Administration	Application Fee Collection & Assessment	Many states have legislation allowing for the collection of fees from offenders requesting transfer of supervision to another state. As Rule 4.107 allows for such fees to be imposed, each state determines the amount and how the monies are managed and administrated. In Idaho, application fees assessed are applied to support various important functions of the compact office which are imperative to its operations.
Date: Best Practice #: Type: Subject:	04.24.08 2-2008 Policy Training	Mandatory Review of On-Demand Modules	The North Carolina Interstate Compact office mandated ICAOS On-Demand Training for its 1800 line staff, managers and supervisors to increase awareness of Interstate Compact rules.
Date: Best Practice #: Type: Subject:	04.04.08 1-2008 Procedure Training	Training Email Tips/“Tip of the Month”	Training is a key component to ensure compliance. In addition to traditional training in a classroom, keeping the Compact principles, policies and procedures fresh is equally important. One method for accomplishing this is by utilizing a “Tip of the Month” signature line on outgoing emails.