CON-IT System Development
Abstract
CON-IT development is accomplished using agile software development practices to build upon a Government-off-the-Shelf contract management system to replace four legacy contract writing systems and multiple support systems. Development efforts are phased into 8 major capabilities according to the requirements of each contracting community (i.e., Weapon Systems, Classified, Research and Development, and Logistics). This enables phased transitions from the various legacy systems to CON-IT. Thus far, the DAF completed Capabilities 1 and 2, and deployed CON-IT to the operational/installation and contingency contracting communities. Capabilities 3 and 4 are in work. Within Capability 3, the DAF delivered CON-IT to 582 weapon systems contracting users. Additional users will be added as capabilities are developed; including an additional 500 users in FY22. Capability 4 impacts all contracting communities. Consistent CLIN-level data collection increased BI capability resulting in a DAF Acquisition Excellence Award. BI efforts continue to be refined and automated; enhancements are delivered as they are developed. Capabilities are fielded utilizing the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) concept for each user group. The MVP contains the minimum set of requirements users need to complete their mission. The deployed MVP is then continually enhanced and refined in future capability releases. Based on lessons learned from other DAF and sister service business systems, the DAF re-evaluated its previously-accomplished business process mapping procedures for Capabilities 3, 4, and 6 as well as scaling requirements for the underlying system. While on-going development initiatives still support numerous FY22 capability deliveries, the entire schedule has been re-aligned to better meet requirements, enable more robust testing, improve interface exchange management, and more effectively balance risk. Capability 3 and 4 deliveries will complete in 1QFY25 and 4QFY24 respectively. Capability 6 development activities will begin thereafter.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2023
- Source ID
- a23a6ce265f3106bbe0239619a87debd