Parallel Run

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My boss proposed building an IT application to address new federal reporting requirements.

A senior executive asked how he would ensure accurate outputs. My boss panicked and blurted something about a parallel run and comparing application results against current practice.

The senior executive's eyebrow twitched as he asked how it was possible to 'parallel run' when it was a new requirement and there was no current practice.

Crash and burn.

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