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Explanation
SP employs a number of experienced systems administrators and programmer= s to oversee its technical operations and evaluate when software changes ar= e needed. In addition to their operational duties, systems personnel monito= r development in programming and software, attend relevant conferences, and= upgrade their skills through SP's professional development program (see 3.2.1.3).
SP has the expertise to evaluate software alternatives and the timing of= software replacements or upgrades. Evaluations vary in formality according= to the circumstances. When necessary, staff consult vendors for additional= information and advice. Staff evaluate potential changes for their effect = on the integrity and understandability of information, the speed and intero= perability of the system, and the accessibility and usability of content. S= taff also take the cost of software and future maintenance into account.
Responsibility
Digital Preservation Policy Librarian
Software Developer
System Administrator
Potential Risks
There is a risk that software development personnel, who know the Design= ated Community, hardware platform, and application behaviour intimately, wi= ll leave the organization at some point. To minimize this risk, SP uses wel= l known software development practices and delegates critical responsibilit= ies to several people. Please see the Risk Analysis and Management Strategies do= cument for more information about SP's strategies for reducing the impact o= f personnel departures.
Future Plans
SP has procedures, commitments, and financial resources for regular soft= ware replacement or upgrade. See = 5.1.1.1.8 for details.
Relevant Documents