Software Development
Abstract
This budget submission sustains the ongoing effort to Web-base all new DCMA-unique software applications and support the development of web service software technology that consume and integrate various data sources and department level business systems. There are three primary reasons why DCMA continues to pursue this direction. First, Web-based applications dramatically reduce the costs associated with fielding new software mission capabilities that help to provide data in a mobile environment as it relates to DCMA initiatives. Second, Web-basing and Web Services make DCMA’s software applications much more adaptable to the ongoing and future changes in the Department’s procurement and financial management systems that are being implemented in accordance with the Department’s Business Enterprise Architecture. Third, DCMA has found that Web-based application development is substantially less expensive than traditional client/server or mainframe-based application development. One of the reasons why Web-based development is less expensive is that Web-basing applications allows DCMA to productively adapt large amounts of open source software packages with minimal or even zero acquisition and support costs. Also, this allows Military Services to achieve their desired real-time supply chain information “Reachback” capabilities that will extend all the way onto the factory floors where parts, components, and systems are being produced. All metrics tied to the funds in this exhibit have achieved a "green" status. DCMA is planning to develop non-proprietary solutions to replace commercial software that will reduce the overall infrastructure costs for COTS related tools. The testing and support of cyber systems mandates to reduce the impact on day-to-day operations and the development of enterprise level identity and access management solutions remains a key priority for the coming years.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2013
- Source ID
- f1e693f078a451bc208cfa94d96cdc1f