The inherent risk of programming errors (and thus processing errors for the affected application systems) increases when
A) programs are customized by an external software house.
B) the company uses an Internet-based applications service provider.
C) standard software packages are used for processing transactions.
D) programs are customized by an understaffed information system group.

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When an information system group is understaffed, programming errors are more likely to occur due to lack of resources to properly test and review the code. This increases the risk of processing errors for the affected application systems. Customization by an external software house or the use of standard software packages does not necessarily increase the risk of programming errors, while the use of an Internet-based applications service provider may actually decrease the risk since they are likely to have more experience and expertise in ensuring reliability and security of their systems.

The Inherent Risk of Programming Errors (And Thus Processing Errors