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State's Computer Operations Overhaul Managed Poorly

A state audit says the Kansas Department of Revenue's $34-million-dollar overhaul of the state's computer operations was not managed properly by the revenue department or the 3M Company.

The audit was released yesterday to a joint Legislative committee. It says the project created a motor vehicle network plagued by technical problems.

Auditors also said implementation of a new driver's license system may be four years too late. The auditors said state revenue department staff did not properly oversee the project, and 3M Company did not deliver services it had promised.

Revenue Secretary Nick Jordan told the committee that the effort to convert state vehicle and license connections with 105 counties was more complex than expected. Jordan also noted the project started under the previous, Democrat-led administration.

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