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Technology Stocks : Discuss Year 2000 Issues -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: John Mansfield who wrote (1021)	2/3/1998 9:03:00 PM
From: Todd J.	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 9818

Anyone know what happened to Gary North's news links site? Is it my computer? The last news articles I get are from Jan 24, 1998. Nothing since then...

To: John Mansfield who wrote (1021)	2/4/1998 11:01:00 AM
From: John Mansfield	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 9818

Tony Blair, Prime Minister: 'The Millennium Bug is one of the most serious problems' 'Action to fix the Millennium Bug in embedded systems is lagging behind the equivalent programmes for PCs and mainframe computers, perhaps by as much as one year.' From: open.gov.uk ------- The Millennium Bug is one of the most serious problems facing not only British business but the global economy today. Its impact cannot be underestimated. That is why we are determined to lead the way in increasing awareness and dealing with the problem. We will use our EU Presidency to raise the profile both throughout Europe and worldwide. Many of the UK's largest companies are spending millions of pounds dealing with the problem. However, despite a high level of awareness, more still needs to be done. The Action 2000 campaign is designed to help businesses understand the scale of the problem and to suggest solutions to suit different size companies. This is one deadline that just can't be missed. Tony Blair Prime Minister ----- open.gov.uk As with any business project, companies must organise as well as plan, scope and budget for dealing with the Millennium Bug. Managing directors and chief executives should make eradicating it an immediate priority. In all companies senior management, who can ensure action and authorise necessary resources, should take responsibility. One option is to bring in outside assistance. Many firms have enough on their plates without taking on complex and time-consuming Millennium Bug work. Next, companies must create an inventory of all computer and electronic systems, including any equipment that might be affected like heating control systems, electronic alarms or entry mechanisms. If in doubt, include it anyway. ------- open.gov.uk So: to summarise what we will be doing, as well as providing direct help for SMEs, in the coming year. collaborating with large companies making sure our advice is available to the public sector advising Government concentrating on contingency planning in the private and public sectors increasing our international profile As Mr Blair says, we cannot underestimate the scale of the problem or the task ahead. However, I am confident we know what needs to be done and are taking the right steps towards getting it done. ----- go to embedded systems: What needs to be done? Action to fix the Millennium Bug in embedded systems is lagging behind the equivalent programmes for PCs and mainframe computers, perhaps by as much as one year. Some large manufacturing and engineering organisations - and most utilities - have acknowledged the problem and rectification programmes are underway. However, it is clear that most companies, including almost all small and medium-sized enterprises, do not yet fully appreciate the impact the failure of embedded systems may have on their organisations. For production and manufacturing companies, there is a clear danger that production may fail - and the company may be in danger - because of embedded system failures. Even in non-production environments, embedded system failure may render offices unusable or inaccessible.