Enterprise Architecture

The Enterprise Architecture (EA) is a strategic business asset intended to guide the GSA-wide business modernization blueprint to maximize the value of Information Technology (IT) in support of business outcome. As such the EA supports the GSA Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) and budgeting processes.

Background

In response to the Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996 and OMB guidance, the GSA EA Order CIO 2110.2 formally established the enterprise architecture program. The GSA Order prescribes agency-wide policy, principles, roles and responsibilities for the establishment and implementation of the GSA EA.

The EA Program provides line of sight across the various GSA enterprise processes of strategic planning, performance management, CPIC, and Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

The EA practice at GSA produces three primary products; the current (as-is) state, the future (to-be) state, and the sequencing plan. The GSA current and future state architectures have been developed using a model-based approach. The progress and products produced are managed through GSA IT governance process and reported to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Annually, OMB assesses the maturity and progress of GSA EA. OMB provides feedback through the President's Management Agenda (PMA) Scorecard.