ed. Dell and SBA encourage small businesses to take 3 steps to address the Y2K problem:1)Self-assessment: Check your computers, as well as any electronic equipment that uses time-sensitive embedded electronic chips. 1) Take Action Now: Dont wait. Fix any problem you uncover and test your results. Ask your vendors for assistance. Verify your partners and suppliers are Y2K compliant. 2) Stay Informed: Logging onto various Y2K sites on the Internet is an excellent way to stay current on these issues.HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE Y2K BUGSTEP ONE: INVENTORY Inventory your communications system. Try to keep a record of each component which can influence the ability of your system to work. You should break your system down as follows: Communications: communications systems or components that directly affect communications transmissions or reception. Including equipment directly integrated into your system such as personal computers. Support: support operations and administrative systems such as maintenance, billing, parts and ordering, and etc. Auxiliary: auxiliary systems or components such as payroll, human resources, security and alarm control systems, and air conditioning. Another area that should be considerd is the suppliers, business partners, and utilities. While doing your inventory, make sure to collect all of the part numbers from your equipment. The reason for that is because different versions of the same component can experience different levels of problems. Having the part numbers can help specify whether your equipment will or will not experience difficulties.STEP TWO: ASSESSMENT Define the problem. Select or draft a standard for the operational goal. Review the standards developed by other organizations within the field. Determine the nature and the extent of the problem. Consult with manufacturers. Many manufacturers now have web sites providing detailed ...
