Information Technology Utilization by the Federal Government
T-IMTEC-89-9: Published: Jun 12, 1989. Publicly Released: Jun 12, 1989.
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GAO discussed the federal government's utilization of information technology. GAO found that: (1) federal agencies were experiencing numerous problems in acquiring and developing the information systems necessary to manage government operations; (2) many systems do not work as planned and have experienced cost overruns and schedule delays; and (3) agencies do not clearly define their needs, consider alternative approaches, or adequately involve top management in system development. GAO believes that: (1) top agency management must become knowledgeable and involved with the decisions being made to satisfy agency information management needs; (2) Congress should review the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs' coordination and evaluation of agency information practices; and (3) Congress should continue to encourage effective information management.
Sep 27, 2018
Information Technology:
SSA Has Improved Acquisitions and Operations, but Needs to Fully Address the Role of Its Chief Information OfficerGAO-18-703T: Published: Sep 27, 2018. Publicly Released: Sep 27, 2018.
Aug 2, 2018
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Federal Chief Information Officers:
Critical Actions Needed to Address Shortcomings and Challenges in Implementing ResponsibilitiesGAO-18-93: Published: Aug 2, 2018. Publicly Released: Aug 2, 2018.
Jun 13, 2018
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VA Health Care:
Independent Verification and Validation of Patient Self-Scheduling Systems Was Consistent with the Faster Care for Veterans Act of 2016GAO-18-442R: Published: Jun 13, 2018. Publicly Released: Jun 13, 2018.
May 24, 2018
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DOD Major Automated Information Systems:
Adherence to Best Practices Is Needed to Better Manage and Oversee Business ProgramsGAO-18-326: Published: May 24, 2018. Publicly Released: May 24, 2018.
May 23, 2018
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Data Center Optimization:
Continued Agency Actions Needed to Meet Goals and Address Prior RecommendationsGAO-18-264: Published: May 23, 2018. Publicly Released: May 23, 2018. -
Information Technology:
Continued Implementation of High-Risk Recommendations Is Needed to Better Manage Acquisitions Operations and CybersecurityGAO-18-566T: Published: May 23, 2018. Publicly Released: May 23, 2018.
May 22, 2018
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NASA Information Technology:
Urgent Action Needed to Address Significant Management and Cybersecurity WeaknessesGAO-18-337: Published: May 22, 2018. Publicly Released: May 22, 2018.
Mar 14, 2018
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Information Technology:
Further Implementation of Recommendations Is Needed to Better Manage Acquisitions and OperationsGAO-18-460T: Published: Mar 14, 2018. Publicly Released: Mar 14, 2018.
Jan 30, 2018
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Coast Guard Health Records:
Timely Acquisition of New System Is Critical to Overcoming Challenges with Paper ProcessGAO-18-363T: Published: Jan 30, 2018. Publicly Released: Jan 30, 2018.
Jan 10, 2018
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Information Technology:
Agencies Need to Involve Chief Information Officers in Reviewing Billions of Dollars in AcquisitionsGAO-18-42: Published: Jan 10, 2018. Publicly Released: Jan 10, 2018.
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