Frustration Grows Over Michigan Delays Transparency Portal


Frustration Grows Over Michigan Delays Transparency Portal

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Frustration Grows Over Michigan Delays Transparency Portal

Michigan wanted a new system for public records. This system is called the Michigan Transparency Network. Emails show problems between state workers and the company building it.

The state hired Tyler Technologies to build the system. This company is from Texas and got $9 million. The system had many problems and was delayed for a long time.

State officials were not happy with the delays. They thought the errors were not okay. The company said they are still trying to finish the project.

The system is better than the old one for some things. But it still does not work well for everyone. The state stopped paying the company because of the issues.

Lawmakers want to move IT work out of the department. They are not happy with how it is going. The state and company are still working to fix the problems.


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What is the Michigan Transparency Network?

It is a new system for public records that Michigan wanted.

Who was hired to build the system?

Tyler Technologies, a company from Texas, was hired to build the system.

Why did the state stop paying the company?

The state stopped paying the company because of the issues and delays with the system.


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Frustration Grows Over Michigan Delays Transparency Portal