CMS IT Governance Framework Transition from XLC to TLC
The CMS IT Governance framework has shifted from the Expedited Life Cycle (XLC) to the Target Life Cycle (TLC), impacting ongoing and new system operations. Key differences and required artifacts under TLC are outlined, emphasizing the necessary documentation for compliance and operational readiness. The transition is reviewed in terms of architecture, requirements, design, environment, and disposition aspects. Additionally, key reviews such as Detail Design Review, Operational Readiness Review, and Post Implementation Review are detailed to highlight the revised governance processes under TLC.
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CMS IT Governance Training eXpedited Life Cycle to Target Life Cycle What Changed? April 14, 2021
CMS IT Governance Framework: Target Life Cycle CMS IT Governance Framework: Target Life Cycle CMS is now operating under the Target Life Cycle (TLC) IT Governance framework. The Expedited Life Cycle (XLC) framework was used to develop many of the systems now in operation. What are the key differences between the XLC and the TLC? What does that mean for my system if it began operating under the XLC?
TLC TLC Required Required Artifacts CPIC/Governance Intake Form for any planned major system/service changes Business Case CMS IT Governance determines when applicable OMB-required Portfolio Management Tool (PMT) artifacts System Census Profile TRB Session slide deck, if applicable Disposition checklist Artifacts Project/Product managers complete documentation in line with the best practices of their chosen system development methodology. The TLC's Optional Project Management Templates found at cms.gov/tlc can be used if helpful. An Authority To Operate (ATO) indicates that a system adheres to Security/Privacy standards. CMS IT Security/Privacy group can speak to the additional documentation required to receive an ATO.
XLC to TLC Reviews XLC to TLC Reviews Crosswalk Crosswalk XLC Review How TLC Handles AR: Architecture Review Still done at initiative of project team RR: Requirements Review Still done at initiative of project team PDR: Preliminary Design Review As needed Technical Review Board (TRB) consults ERR: Environment Readiness Review (Validation, Implementation, Production) Still done at initiative of project team DR: Disposition Review Disposition Checklist and as needed TRB consults
XLC to TLC Reviews XLC to TLC Reviews Crosswalk Crosswalk, , con t con t. . XLC Reviews How TLC Handles DDR: Detail Design Review As requested by TRB in consultation with project team. ORR: Operational Readiness Review As requested by TRB in consultation with project team. ISR: Investment Selection Review Completed by CMS IT Governance Review Team (GRT) and Governance Review Board (GRB). PBR: Project Baseline Review Handled via GRB review of Business Case baselines an via establishment of projects in the HHS IT Portfolio Management Tool (PMT). AOA: Annual Operational Analysis Still required and used for governance routing decisions. PIR: Post Implementation Review As determined by CMS Investment Management Team.
My Project Started Under the XLC: My Project Started Under the XLC: What Do I Need to Do? What Do I Need to Do? Systems/applications that are already in production will continue to document according to the best practices of your chosen methodology. Only contact IT Governance when you are: Planning a significant change Requesting additional funding Undertaking a new contract action Contact IT Governance for guidance, and we will review your changes and schedule the needed governance discussions.
Questions? Questions? For more information, visit IT Governance - https://www.cms.gov/TLC. For specific questions about the TLC contact via Mail IT_Governance@cms.hhs.gov .
