Written question asked by Bob Spink (Conservative) on Thursday, 1 April 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 May 2004. It was answered by Chris Pond (Labour) on Thursday, 13 May 2004 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Dept for Work and Pensions

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what plans he has to update computer (a) hardware and (b) software standard packages used in his Department.

Answer: Bob Spink: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what plans he has to update computer (a) hardware and (b) software standard packages used in his Department. [166370] Mr. Pond: By June this year we will have completed the modernisation of the desktop infrastructure across the Department. This has involved replacing almost all existing desktop hardware, and supporting file and print servers, upgrading the networks and delivering a standard set of software applications and packages. In future, in common with standard industry practice, IT equipment and services will be updated in line with ongoing business needs, with value for money being an important factor in determining how and when any updates take place. Additionally, our strategy and thinking will be informed by opportunities presented by advances in technology, benchmarking against industry standards and consultation with our existing suppliers and other Government Departments.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 421 c547W; 166370
Session: 2003-04
Subjects: Software Computers Department for Work and Pensions ICT Government departments
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk