Resumen
This article focuses on business opportunities and business benefits that may derive from Y2K problem in various countries. The Y2K problem may affect software packages, operating systems, hardware, firmware, incremental backup and forward recovery, data-set retention dates and password expiration. Most organizations view the Y2K bug simply as a problem to be fixed, a necessary cost with no gain. But organizations that recognize and plan for Y2K benefits will reap much more efficient and effective business operations than those that don't, in the form of a large return for a relatively small incremental investment. The Y2K cloud could hold a silver lining if senior management and IS management both recognize opportunities and act accordingly. Y2K readiness represents a competitive business opportunity for some organizations, potential internal and external benefits include reusable materials, forced rationalization, competitive advantage, increased organizational capability flexibility and enhanced project delivery.