The Group is reviewing its information technology capability throughout all its operations as the need to be at the forefront in this area is recognized as a major factor in remaining competitive. The upgrading of systems is a continuous process, and in 1998 the Group will be investing some US$60 million in this area. In addition, Dairy Farm is well advanced in its Millennium Programme to review and test all its systems in order to ensure the undisrupted operation of all its businesses up to the Year 2000 and beyond. Systems will be modified, upgraded or replaced in order to achieve this objective, which is being monitored by a committee of senior executives throughout the Group.