1.2: Web Resource Management
Ensure that Agency-wide web resources are managed efficiently. Other Information:
How does your agency currently ensure that Agency-wide web resources are managed efficiently (e.g. governance, technology/infrastructure,
hosting, staffing, operations, etc.)? Web resources are maintained by each agency and their respective web or communication
teams in support of their mission. The Office of Communications coordinates monthly webmaster meetings with agency web teams,
in addition to weekly public affairs director meetings to ensure alignment of web communication activities, as well as awareness
and implementation of best practices. Web applications are controlled through mechanisms that include a Certification & Accreditation
process, configuration management procedures, auditing practices, and technology management structures such as CIO, collaborative
Office of Communications and OCIO working groups and Technical Review Board. Several agencies utilize web governance boards
to ensure appropriate and responsible use of technology and resources in fulfilling the Department¡¦s mission. Marketing,
Education & Agency Coordination -- * Educate agencies and decision-makers across USDA about offerings, benefits, efficiencies
and goals Application Scoping and Planning -- * Determine scope of an application, including requirements, design plans, timeline
and metrics. Developer Setup and Support -- * Access environments are coordinated and workstation setup assistance is provided.
Build and Deploy Support -- * Migration of applications through the lifecycle environments, as well as support with testing
methodologies for general performance and specific tools. Operations and Maintenance Support -- * Introduces application owners
to hosting and operations support services, as well as the process for application updates.
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