Troubling Returns
As of Sept. 30, 2003, five IRS modernization components were behind schedule and over budget-by more than $266 million.
| Component |
Over Budget (million $) |
Past Due (months) |
|---|---|---|
|
Modernized e-File Lets taxpayers file online |
17 | 4.5 |
|
e-Services Electronic services for accountants and tax preparers |
86 | 18 |
|
Customer Account Data Engine Master file of taxpayer records, the backbone of modernization |
37 | 30 |
|
Custodial Accounting Project Tax revenue accounting system |
72 | 20 |
|
Integrated Financial System Internal IRS accounting system |
54 | 12 |
Source: GAO, IRS
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