At the end of a project, he scores each site against his ideal. He will forward a copy to B. Weaver for distribution to the Board. B. Weaver stated that while legislation was established to set up the GILS in Washington, this Board already has the authority to embark on this project, though standards would need to be established. P. Coombs invited Board members to travel to Washington for training. An MPA for additional quality assurance work has been prepared.
Pharmaceuticals are a big area of concern.
One issue is making sure people understand that the level of uncertainty is normal for a project of this magnitude. One possibility would be to combine efforts, which would require upgrading the Computer Center in Johnston. Over the summer she will review policy statements that have been developed in Rhode Island, as well as other states, for Board review in the three areas presented above. B. Weaver will check into this and advise. It is apparent that the MIS Directors and Management Work Groups need restructuring.