Most DOD programs GAO reviewed did not complete engineering drawings prior to entering the demonstration phase, nor did they bring critical manufacturing processes in control or demonstrate reliability prior to making a production decision.
The Department of Defense (DOD) programs were reviewed by the GAO.
The secretaries found that even with prompt guidance members of the regulated community would find it hard to comply with the requirements of HIPAA, and that only insured individuals understand the benefit of a certificate of prior coverage.