Full implementation of many of these information systems and accounting recommendations is anticipated by the end of 2000. Some actions depend on resource availability and development of an organization-wide strategic business plan to which the existing IT strategic plan can be linked. No recommendations are yet implemented. However, the newly restructured Information Technology Department has taken steps to implement the recommendations, with full implementation of most anticipated by the end of 2000. Recommendations address simplifying processes and standardizing procedures, training users, developing a risk-management strategy and evaluating emerging technologies for usefulness to Metro.
Some actions are dependent on resource availability.
Two of 14 recommendations remain. The recommendation to charge employees for parking will be addressed in the bargaining process currently underway with the main Convention Center bargaining unit. Final financing arrangements are not complete for the Convention Center expansion. However, MERC management does plan to hire a parking consultant at the appropriate time, to help with both Convention Center and Expo revenue controls. Establishing an internal HR improvement team may take longer to implement, as it requires working with and coordinating six different collective bargaining units.