The System Assessment Framework, Version 1.1:
A Guide for Reviewing Information Management and Technology Issues in the Federal Government
AIMD-10.1.12: Published: May 1, 1997. Publicly Released: May 1, 1997.
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GAO published a guide outlining the System Assessment Framework, a standardized methodology for evaluating critical issues associated with automated systems development. The methodology provides: (1) GAO information systems evaluators with a consistent and disciplined approach for conducting automated information system life-cycle reviews; and (2) criteria and a process that agencies can follow when planning, acquiring, and operating automated systems and some general audit steps to help the evaluator prepare an audit or evaluation plan.
Aug 10, 2018
Paperwork Reduction Act:
Agencies Could Better Leverage Review Processes and Public Outreach to Improve Burden EstimatesGAO-18-381: Published: Jul 11, 2018. Publicly Released: Aug 10, 2018.
Jun 25, 2018
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Freedom of Information Act:
Agencies Are Implementing Requirements but Additional Actions Are NeededGAO-18-365: Published: Jun 25, 2018. Publicly Released: Jun 25, 2018.
Mar 13, 2018
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Freedom of Information Act:
Agencies Are Implementing Requirements but Need to Take Additional ActionsGAO-18-452T: Published: Mar 13, 2018. Publicly Released: Mar 13, 2018. -
Freedom of Information Act:
Federal Court Decisions Have Not Required the Office of Special Counsel to Initiate Disciplinary Actions for the Improper Withholding of RecordsGAO-18-235R: Published: Mar 13, 2018. Publicly Released: Mar 13, 2018.
Jul 27, 2017
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Social Security Numbers:
OMB Actions Needed to Strengthen Federal Efforts to Limit Identity Theft Risks by Reducing Collection, Use, and DisplayGAO-17-553: Published: Jul 25, 2017. Publicly Released: Jul 27, 2017.
Dec 8, 2016
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DATA Act:
Implementation Progresses but Challenges RemainGAO-17-282T: Published: Dec 8, 2016. Publicly Released: Dec 8, 2016. -
Data Act:
OMB and Treasury Have Issued Additional Guidance and Have Improved Pilot Design but Implementation Challenges RemainGAO-17-156: Published: Dec 8, 2016. Publicly Released: Dec 8, 2016.
Nov 16, 2016
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Decennial Census:
Progress Report on Preparations for 2020GAO-17-238T: Published: Nov 16, 2016. Publicly Released: Nov 16, 2016.
Oct 7, 2016
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Federal Human Resources Data:
OPM Should Improve the Availability and Reliability of Payroll Data to Support Accountability and Workforce AnalyticsGAO-17-127: Published: Oct 7, 2016. Publicly Released: Oct 7, 2016.
Sep 20, 2016
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Highlights of a Forum:
Data and Analytics Innovation: Emerging Opportunities and ChallengesGAO-16-659SP: Published: Sep 20, 2016. Publicly Released: Sep 20, 2016.
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