The decision to postpone the transition of the Individual Master File to a new processing engine could lead to an estimated cost of $70 million due to delays.
TIGTA emphasizes the complexity of modernizing the IRS's Individual Master File, labeling the initiative as one of the most intricate programs in the federal government.
In a statement, the IRS confirms the necessity to properly manage the transition, particularly highlighting the impact it has on the infrastructure that supports individual taxpayers.
Running parallel systems was crucial for a smooth transition; however, concerns about the completion of necessary defect resolution led to the postponement of the rollout.
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