Preparing, Documenting, and Referencing Microcomputer Data Base Applications

GAO published a guide to help evaluators and supervisors apply and review data-base software applications for microcomputers, focusing on: (1) data-base concepts; (2) how to choose and plan data-base applications; (3) data validation techniques, processing controls, and general workpaper requirements; (4) how to collect, analyze, and document data using data-base software programming modes; and (5) technical review and referencing requirements.