A business guide to the year 2000 how to tackle the millennium bug
This text provides a set of management guidelines for dealing with the implications of the millennium bug. It provides total management strategies rather than just IT solutions and is intended for businesses of all sizes.
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London
Kogan page
1998
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Table of Contents:
- Introduction
- What has caused the year 2000 problem?
- You must act now- - and here's why
- Where are problems likely to arise?
- What you need to do now - an action checklist
- How do i know when something is year 2000 compliant?
- Things to remember when buying new hardware and software
- Creating awareness of the problem
- Contacting suppliers and customers
- Getting on top of your own problems
- What can go wrong with hardware and software - and when?
- Dealing with package applications
- Dealing with bespoke applications
- Dealing with desktop-developed applications
- Dealing with interfaces and data partners
- Dealing with hardware, operating system software and utilities
- Network issues
- Dealing with automated equipment and embedded systems
- Testing - the key to success
- The final safety net - a contingency plan
- Conclusion
- Sources of help.