In 1982, the largest-ever civil computerization programme - which was to take ten years to complete - began. The staff of the DSS were using an outdated manual system which was breaking down under the strain of paying over #60 billion to 20 million people every year. The civil servants were drowning under the mountains of paperwork. The working practices of the DSS had to be revolutionized and Andersen Consulting were called in by the Government to advise and direct the operational strategy. Huge budgets were at risk, as ...
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In 1982, the largest-ever civil computerization programme - which was to take ten years to complete - began. The staff of the DSS were using an outdated manual system which was breaking down under the strain of paying over #60 billion to 20 million people every year. The civil servants were drowning under the mountains of paperwork. The working practices of the DSS had to be revolutionized and Andersen Consulting were called in by the Government to advise and direct the operational strategy. Huge budgets were at risk, as were reputations. It was a step into the unknown, and yet this innovative alliance of the Government and the private sector was to prove that two totally different cultures could work together and achieve what they felt was impossible.
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Add this copy of The Paper Chase: a Decade of Change at the Dss to cart. $5.45, fair condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1993 by HarperCollins.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 250grams, ISBN: 0002552442.
Add this copy of Paper Chase: a Decade of Change at Dss to cart. $27.00, like new condition, Sold by Brentwood Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Kinnelon, NJ, UNITED STATES, published 1993 by Harper Collins.
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Fine in Fine DJ. FINE/Dust jacket is FINE. ISBN: 0002552442. 162 pages. ". a fascinating, inside account of the technology, personalities and politics involved in the unique partnership between the Dep0artme nt of Social Security and Andersen Consulting in creating one of the most sophisticated and up-to-date computer systems in the world." **We provide professional service and individual attention to your order, daily shipments, and sturdy packaging. FREE TRACKING ON ALL SHIPMENTS WITHIN USA.
