Problems Associated With Developing Large, Complex Data Processing Systems
FGMSD-79-49
Published: Aug 16, 1979. Publicly Released: Sep 17, 1979.
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To ensure the successful development of data processing systems, the following management principles must be followed: continual planning, a structured approach to managing development work, and effective top management involvement throughout the development process. GAO review of the problems associated with developing large data processing systems centered on the Army, the Veterans Administration (VA), and the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA).
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