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To: Steve Sanchez who wrote (18806)	6/22/1998 11:37:00 AM
From: Ron M	Respond to of 31646

Steve et al: Here is another location which addresses Y2K from the real estate/property management sector. The site is maintained by the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA). boma.org

To: Steve Sanchez who wrote (18806)	6/22/1998 11:42:00 AM
From: Ron M	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 31646

Steve et al: A clip from the BOMA site regarding embedded systems. Embedded Systems A variety of critical building functions may be affected by the Year 2000 problem. 'Embedded systems' is the technical term for equipment that is controlled by software - but every building professional knows these systems well. Some examples: HVAC controls Boilers Chillers Flowmeters Filters Thermostats Leak detectors Underground storage tank monitors Lights Generators Elevators Alarms Smoke detectors Sprinklers Phones Faxes Postal meters ATMs Building access systems Parking access systems Security systems Embedded systems represent a different kind of challenge than off-the-shelf or custom written software. Information on the Year 2000 readiness of this type of equipment is typically not at the disposal of property professionals, but resides with manufacturers. And the manufacturers themselves are just now assessing and testing their systems. Start Addressing This Issue Now January 1, 2000 is just 8 quarters away - are you ready?