The Office of the Assistant Register and Director of Operations (ARDO) is responsible for financial management, business and administrative operations, and strategic planning for the Copyright Office. This includes financial operations, budget and procurement processes, and statutory royalty investments and disbursements. ARDO oversees five sections comprising finance and budget, human capital, materials control and analysis, acquisitions and deposits, and product management. Working with the other divisions, ARDO manages Office projects, including the modernization of Copyright Office systems and processes. The Assistant Register and Director of Operations, who is an expert in financial management and other business operations, leads the division.