QUESTION: During the period leading up to the Y2K scare, did your company or
organization invest in new technology — hardware and/or software — to prevent
any Y2K problems, while also taking the opportunity to upgrade systems?
Yes: 78%
No: 17%
Don’t know: 4%
QUESTION: It has been suggested that within two to four years, high-tech equipment
becomes obsolete, or at least outdated. That would mean that equipment bought
in the buildup to Y2K might be reaching “obsolescence.” Over the next year will
your company or organization be investing substantially in high – tech hardware
or software?
Yes: 35%
No: 52%
Don’t know: 13%
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QUESTION: Looking at the economy generally, the fed apparently sees signs of
a recovery, while some economists suggest it might not be until next year that
we see strong growth again. Do you agree with those who believe that there are
signs of a recovery now?
Yes: 30%
No: 65%
Don’t know: 4%
The Providence Business News/Johnson & Wales executive poll is a weekly survey of 70 top business leaders throughout the state, representing small and large companies in a variety of industries and businesses. All questions are chosen exclusively by the editor of the Providence Business News.












