PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Following years of delays, the largest IT project for the state of Rhode Island is set to go live after being launched four years ago by then-Gov. Lincoln Chafee’s administration.
The Providence Journal reports the Unified Health Infrastructure Project will be fully operational on Tuesday at an estimated cost of $364 million to both state and federal taxpayers so far.
The project, which had an initial cost estimate of just $110 million, has grown to become a replacement for several of the state’s out of date computer systems. The system encompasses many public-assistance programs including health coverage and the food stamp program among others.
Department of Administration officials say the agency has taken steps to ensure the transition is smooth as possible although issues following Tuesday’s launch are expected.
