The Immigration and Naturalization Service's
Automated I-94 System
Report Number 01-18
August 6, 2001

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

INTRODUCTION

FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

I. AUTOMATED I-94 SYSTEM PERFORMANCE NOT MEASURED

Performance Measures Not Established
Stated Goals Not Converted to Measurable Objectives
Baseline Information Not Gathered
Cost-Benefit Analysis Not Performed
Cost and Schedule Data Not Available
Conclusion
Recommendations

II. AUTOMATED I-94 SYSTEM RISKS NOT ADEQUATELY MANAGED


No Risk Management Plan
Low Airline Participation Hampers Implementation
Departure Data Lacks Integrity
Conclusion
Recommendations

APPENDIX I Statement on Compliance With Laws and Regulations

APPENDIX II Statement on Management Controls

APPENDIX III Objective, Scope, and Methodology

APPENDIX IV INS Response to the Draft Report (Electronic Copy Not Available)

APPENDIX V OIG, Audit Division Analyses and Summary of Actions Necessary to Close the Report