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information is protected. [X] Other Specify: Password auditing (every 60 days) is an internal process not performed by external vendor. b. To ensure that disaster contingency plans (e. g. , file storage, backup hardware, and software procedures) are sufficient to allow the management information and electronic benefit transfer systems to recover and continue processing after fire, flood or similar disaster, the State agency ensures that (check all that apply):

[ ] Backup copies of files and program are stored off-site in a secure location [X] Backup copies are kept up to date. [ ] There is an agreement with another processing unit with compatible hardware to provide services in an emergency. Please provide copy of agreement. [X] A contingency plan is in place in the event of service interruption. Please provide a copy of contingency plan. [ ] A recent test of the WIC system or mock disaster recovery operation has been conducted at the backup facility. Please provide a written summary of the conducted test. [ ] Other ADDITIONAL DETAIL: Management Information System Appendix and/or Procedure Manual (cite):

Attachments - AL WIC Business Continuity Plan-MIS-Unavailable, AL WIC Crossroads MIS Disaster Recovery Plan

5. Description of MIS changes that occurred in the past year:

6. Description of MIS changes planned for the upcoming year:

Completed full implementation of the 2024 Food Package Final Rule changes, various enhancements, and many defects fixed. Fully deploy participant portal enhancement, finalize requirements and begin work on waiting list enhancements, begin design sessions for enhanced vendor management functionality. Continue to work on Crossroads defect tickets.