Budget Account
2040A - Research, Development, Test and Evaluation, Army
Budget Activity
05 - System development and demonstration
Description
The Information Technology Development program within the Army is focused on advancing IT systems to enhance operational efficiency and support diverse missions. This program includes multiple projects, each with specific goals. The Army Human Resource System, for example, aims to modernize platforms such as ArmyIgnitED and Regional Level Application Software (RLAS) to streamline educational benefits and personnel management. These initiatives are managed by entities like the Program Executive Office Enterprise Information Systems (PEO EIS) and United States Army Reserves (USAR), emphasizing automation, integration, and compliance with evolving technological standards.
Another significant project, Installation Support Modules, is dedicated to improving coalition interoperability through the Coalition Interoperability Assurance and Validation (CIAV) Research Network. This project seeks to ensure seamless data exchange among mission partners during military operations, supporting the Mission Partner Environment (MPE) and Combined-Joint All Domain Command and Control. The focus is on identifying and resolving information exchange issues to enhance operational effectiveness in coalition contexts.
The Operational Medicine Information System project is tasked with modernizing medical communications for combat casualty care. It provides operational health IT solutions for deployable medical forces, focusing on electronic health records, medical logistics, situational awareness, command and control, and patient movement. This initiative supports Multi Domain Operations (MDO) and Large-Scale Combat Operations (LSCO), ensuring that medical software applications are effectively integrated into Army infrastructure while maintaining cybersecurity standards.
The Army Business System Modernization Initiatives aim to streamline business processes across various domains such as finance, logistics, installations, energy management, and family support systems. Key efforts include transitioning to SAP S/4 HANA for enterprise resource planning under the Enterprise Business Systems-Convergence (EBS-C), developing a Global Force Information Management system for force management lifecycle processes, and enhancing data integration through platforms like Army Vantage. These initiatives collectively aim to improve data-driven decision-making capabilities across the Army's operational landscape.