An Ongoing Problem - GIB after 5NT

[iandayre]

I haven't visited this forum in quite some time, but I have still been playing in the ACBL games with the robots. Overall they have improved a lot in the last few years, far fewer ridiculous actions. Here is one area where, unfortunately, nothing has improved.

 

In a slam auction, after GIB has bid 4NT and found all key cards present, it typically goes on to 5NT, asking for specific kings. The problem is, GIB does not know how to use that information. I have had many auctions where say, GIB has a long side suit such as QJxxx or better. Once I show the K of that suit, GIB should be able to count at least 13 tricks. But it still stops at the 6 level. I personally don't recall GIB ever bidding a grand slam after the 5NT ask. This problem has been ongoing for many years, it's time to put it on the schedule for upgrade.