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Multiple Agencies and Universities

A Review of General Automation Controls at Selected State Agencies and Universities:   Phase II

August 1999

Report Number 99-045

Overall Conclusion

During our review of controls over computer resources at three entities, we noted several areas that need to be improved. However, we did not find problems that currently affect the entities' overall operations. Together, these entities plan to spend over $220 million on computer-related expenditures in fiscal year 1999.

Key Facts and Findings

Department of Health — Enhance protection of computer resources and create a central oversight function.
  • The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas — Increase preparation for disasters and make sure that unauthorized people cannot access computer systems.
  • Department of Human Services — Fully develop documentation for key processes.

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