PART II — SYSTEMS ASSESSMENT

None.

Report on opportunities for improvement identified in the prior year’s assessment, if any.

Address any significant changes in system procedures or practices, including reason(s) for change and expected improvements.

Establish current baseline information for cost, time, and error rate for Scientific and Technical Information deliverables.

Identify opportunities for improvement and/or notable practices.

Mid-Year Status Report due by July 15, 2000. This report should discuss critical items, significant changes, and the status of the self assessment effort to date.

Year End Final Report due 45 days after calendar year.

DOE interaction on an as need basis to include the following:

Periodic meetings and communication between the Ames Group and Laboratory management staff.

Review the year-end self-assessment report and determine the need for an on-site validation.