YEAR 2000 COMPUTING CRISIS: Risk of Serious Disruption to Essential Government Functions Calls for Agency Action Now.

Abstract

This testimony discusses the "Year 2000" computer compliance problems which could cause serious disruption in all federal agencies. The enormous challenge to this problem is managerial rather than technical. This report recommends a five phase guide for agencies to assess agency readiness. The five phases are; awareness assessment, renovation, validation, and implementation.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 27, 1997
Accession Number
ADA344584

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  • United States Government Accountability Office

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