Treasury Web Application Infrastructure
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Treasury Web Application Infrastructure (TWAI) is a component of the U.S. Department of the Treasury's IT infrastructure, focused on delivering robust web services for Treasury's operations.
Goals
- To offer a secure and reliable platform for Treasury's web-based applications.
- To optimize performance and user experience of treasury services online.
- To ensure compliance with federal IT security and accessibility standards.
Success metrics include system uptime, user satisfaction, security compliance, and the scalability of applications.
Organization
TWAI is managed by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), specifically within the Enterprise Applications division. It involves collaboration with various Treasury bureaus and external service providers for hosting and maintenance. Funding is part of the Treasury's operational budget, focusing on IT infrastructure.
Impact and Outcomes
- Quantitative: TWAI supports numerous applications, serving millions of transactions annually, with high levels of uptime and security. - Qualitative: It has improved the efficiency and accessibility of Treasury services, though challenges persist in adapting to new tech trends and ensuring continuous security.
Background and History
TWAI's development aligns with the broader push towards digital transformation within federal agencies. It has evolved from basic web services to complex, secure, and scalable platforms. No specific creation date is noted, but it's part of ongoing IT modernization efforts within the Treasury. No end date is planned, as it supports continuous Treasury operations.
Funding: - Funding for TWAI comes from the Treasury's IT budget, which is part of annual appropriations without specific public disclosure of amounts for TWAI alone. - Funding has been ongoing with no specified termination, subject to annual budget reviews.
Implementation
TWAI leverages both cloud and on-premises solutions for hosting applications, with a focus on security, scalability, and performance optimization. There is no defined end date as the infrastructure supports ongoing needs of the Treasury.
Leadership: - The program is managed under the oversight of the **Treasury's Chief Information Officer**.
See Also
External Links
- https://home.treasury.gov/services/enterprise-applications
- https://www.fiscal.treasury.gov/fsservices/gov/acctg/fisma.htm
Wikipedia Article: - There is no specific Wikipedia article for the Treasury Web Application Infrastructure.
Social media
- No specific social media accounts for TWAI were found.