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 Y2K Readiness The Year 2000 Problem Virtually everyone is now aware of the so-called "Year 2000 Problem": the potential inability of many electronic systems that have date sensitive software or computer chips to recognize the year 2000, and the likely consequences that may result. The Year 2000 Problem is sometimes referred to as "the Millennium Bug". The Year 2000 Problem stems from computer-related elements (including embedded chips used in equipment and facilities) that have been designed to use only two digits to identify the year/date. These issues extend to programming in equipment and systems such as lighting, fire alarm, elevator, HVAC and other systems. Most experts agree that many automated systems may fail at or near January 1, 2000, unless proactive measures are taken to ensure that automated systems are "Year 2000 Compliant" -- i.e., that the systems will accurately process date/time data through the next century. The Massachusetts Port Authority has been working on the Year 2000 Problem since 1996. This following document in PDF format briefly describes the scope of Massport's operations, the ways in which the Year 2000 Problem could affect those operations and related business activities, and the steps being taken by the Authority to provide business continuity through Year 2000. This document is a Year 2000 Readiness Disclosure within the meaning of the Year 2000 Information and Readiness Disclosure Act. Y2K Program Summary Y2K Status Report For FAA compliance information, please visit www.y2ktransport.dot.gov/fly2k/AirportList.asp. For information on how to make sure you're ready for Y2K, visit the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Y2K web site at www.state.ma.us/bey2kwise |
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