“However, trials of the new system – with software intended to mesh intelligence gathering and searches of old paper archives with the latest digital technology – were put on hold over fears that if the project failed it could leave Britain’s spooks vulnerable and struggling with an intelligence vacuum. Post-Olympics, Sir Jonathan told MPs on the Commons Intelligence and Security Committee the performance of IT consultants would be improved.”
Source:MI5 has to terminate £90m IT system over fears for spies’ safety – Home News – UK – The Independent
