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In-Service Decision

AMS Policy Icon AMS Policy Section 2.6.5

The in-service decision authorizes deployment of a solution into the operational environment.

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Decision Criteria

  • Operational capability demonstrated at key test site.
  • Satisfactory operational test reports.
  • Independent operational assessment for designated programs.
  • Completed ISR Checklist.
  • Approved safety risk management document.
  • Information Systems Security Authorization.
  • Stakeholder concurrence on readiness for in-service decision.
  • ISD briefing and action plans.

Decision Results

  • Authorizes deployment of the solution into the operational environment.

Who Does It

Service organization or program office presents the results of solution implementation.

ISD Secretariat manages the in-service decision-making process.

Who Approves

In-service decision authority makes the in-service decision.

Note:The in-service decision authority may terminate the investment program or return it to solution implementation for additional work.

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