information for the equipment in which the produce. Determine the nature of the risk. Figure out those components and systems that pose the risk of critical failure and those that pose the risk of annoying failure. Remember that some failures will be critical loss to users. Identify the anticipated date of problems for each component. For some systems, the problem can be experienced before year 2000. Do the calculation of such data as the expiration dates. Some systems may experience problems after January 1, 2000.STEP THREE: REMEDIATION Redemption may include any method of addressing the Y2K date conversion problem, including repair, replacement, retirement, or avoidance. Develop a plan to respond to the problem, with a strict time line for when each phase must be completed. Be sure to make sufficient time for testing and for unexpected events. The remaining time for redemption is a significant factor. The plan may need to incorporate a priority of action, responding to critical systems first and dealing with lessor risks later. If not every problem can be fixed in time, alternative plans for how to survive the date conversion may need to be considered. Be aware that as we approach January 1, 2000, the resources available to respond will be in ever-greater demand and possibly shorter supply. Consider the necessity of synchronized solutions. Generally communications equipment exist as a part of networks or larger systems. Fixes implemented in one component or system must successfully work with other connected components or systems. Efforts between business partners, competitors, peers, and consumers may need to be coordinated. Deploy your planSTEP FOUR: UNIT TESTING Testing is done in two steps. Unite testing occurs when individual components in isolation are tested. Integrated testing occurs when components are carefully reintroduced into their systems...
