DATA PROCESSING LONG-RANGE MANAGEMENT PLAN FY82 - FY88

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• Publication Date: February 1, 1982
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DATA PROCESSING
LONG-RANGE MANAGEMENT PLAN
FY82 - FY88
3 - REQUIREMENTS
3.1 GENERAL SERVICES
The workload trend for general services has been one of constant growth for the
past several years. Requirements submitted by various Agency offices assist ODP
in its plans to expand and enhance ADP-related services. Most offices submit
annual projections of their requirements; others submit detailed long-range
plans. All of these are vital to ODP's planning efforts. On the basis of these
user contributions and through an analysis of growth patterns, ODP prepares
budgets and coordinates communications and space plans for needed facilities on
a timely and cost-effective basis.
3.1.1 Online VM Services
VM service, upgraded by the installation of an IBM 3033 MP (multiprocessor)
during the second quarter of FY81, continues to grow at a rate slightly higher
than projected in previous plans (Figure 1). As a result, a new IBM 3081 will
be installed during the second quarter of FY82 to keep pace with demands. In
addition, a functionally identical copy of the VM system has been made available
to the Special Computer Center (SCC) for DO users. Further, a study is under
way to consider off-loading some of the VM workload to the Technical Analysis
and Display System (TADS) CPU. However, with these changes, it is
25X1 projected there will be a need to support oncurrent through the
25X1 central service CPU by the end of FY82. Currently, more than VM passwords
have been issued. To meet demands for paging on the VM system and to maintain
acceptable interactive response time, ODP will procure three solid-state device
(SSD) subsystems to complement the drums currently in use. Each of these is
equivalent to two of the fixed-record disk (2305) subsystems.
3.1.2 Batch Services
The capacity to process the batch workload (Figure 2) is divided among the
several CPUs in the MVS Operating System (OS). ODP's goal is to:
o Process all jobs overnight
o Provide reasonable turnaround during prime time
o Provide adequate backup capacity
The backup strategy is to use the primary batch processor for any other service
that has failed. With this procedure, the negative impact on users is marginal,
since the batch service is divided among several CPUs. As long as the batch
system is responsive, it is a relatively cost-effective method to meet the needs
of a large number of users. The annual growth rate for batch service remains as
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it has for some years, at about 15 percent. Figure 2 has been modified slightly
this year to show a minimal backup capacity; also the 24-hour workload has been
changed to indicate a high-low range, thereby more clearly illustrating how the
maximum 24-hour capacity is utilized.
3.1.3 Generalized Information Management System (GIMS)
GIMS is used to provide database management service (Figure 3). Currently,
25X1 there are 38 databases on the production CPU and more than GIMS passwords
have been issued. The service was upgraded in October 1981 when it was
transferred to an Amdahl 470 V/8. Growth rate is projected on the basis of
increased activity on existing databases and the addition of new databases. In
addition to the 38 databases previously cited are 6 databases on the CAMS CPU
and 3 databases in SCC for DO users. Growth projections depend on a number of
factors, including availabitiy of terminals, adequate space, and proper user
training. An additional 11 databases are candidates for GIMS management in the
near future; 59 are undergoing tests on the GIM Development (GIMDEV) system.
3.1.4 Office Automation Services
This new service category, Office Automation Service, groups such support
elements as terminals, printers, graphics display, word processors, and related
software, which were treated separately in previous ODP plans. ODP considers
this service an extension of support offered by the central computing facility
and as part of the overall effort to maximize electronic data-processing
assistance to end users. In so doing, ODP has sought to decide on a limited
product line, thus offering economies of scale and, at the same time, maximum
service to a disparate user community. The ODP product line is shown in
Attachment D, along with other relevant information. As perceived by ODP
managers, the product line should offer:
o Capability to cluster terminals
o Inexpensive devices for simple tasks
o IBM 3270 compatibility
o High-speed communication
o Reliable color-graphics terminals
o TEMPEST-tested, medium-speed, high-quality printers
ODP continues in its efforts to fulfill these product-line requirements, which
continue to be on ODP's agenda. ODP is committed to have hardware and software
tools designed to assist analysts to improve the intelligence end-product and
increase the speed with which it reaches the customer. ODP also is required to
train analysts to fully utilize advanced, more sophisticated systems, which
include small, remotely located devices that will be easy to use.
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While users require easy-to-use, friendly terminals, managing the network within
which these terminals operate calls for a different, more sophisticated set of
skills for fine tuning, problem determination, and problem solving. Rapid
problem detection and correction require highly skilled personnel in software,
hardware, and communications technologies. Because of these factors, providing
simplicity to the user adds to the cost; further, the variety of terminals
needed adds to the complexity of the maintenance process.
3.2 MAJOR PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Because of size and/or security considerations, service for some users is
provided on independent CPUs. Additional, ever-increasing requirements for
independent CPUs is more predictable and easier to control than requirements for
shared systems. In ODP's hardware-replacement plan, services via independent
CPUs are beneficiaries of resources no longer needed for shared services.
3.2.1 Support to the Intelligence Community (IC): CAMS and 4C
Because non-Agency personnel access the CAM system, current CAMS service is
provided out of SCC on a CPU isolated from the ODP network. Limited
enhancements are envisioned for the current system (Figure 4). Two megabytes of
memory will be added in FY82 to alleviate a paging (storage) problem and provide
for a graphics application. Most of ODP's efforts will involve the development
of an enhanced CAMS II, programmed to become an online production system in
25X1 FY84, to coincide with a new system. In mid-FY82, a
developmental CPU for CAMS II will be relocated to the contractor's facility.
In early FY84, a new CPU will be installed in RCC for final system testing; this
CPU then will become the CAMS production CPU. Later, another CPU will be
installed for backup and additional development.
The 4C System (which replaced the SPECCLEAR batch system in August 1981), is now
operational, using the GIMS software developed by Electronic Data Systems
(EDS).
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During FY82, when online space is available, 4C will be moved to an
electronically isolated community system. After all terminals have been
installed and users have been connected, little or no growth nor further
developmental work is anticipated.
In addition to these projects, the Intelligence Community receives other support
from ODP. For example, training in the use of GIMS is provided to the
Department of Justice (FBI) and the Department of Transportation (FAA). ODP-
provided support to IC includes:
o More than
name traces
o Approximately 70 percent of the security approvals processed by the
special-clearance system
25X1 o More than
:he Office of Security
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o More than 1300 bibliographic queries of the Office of Central Reference
(OCR) online files
o More than 700 biographic-information searches
3.2.2 Support to the Directorate of Intelligence (DI)
DI provides ODP with a detailed long-range plan each year, from which ODP
determines future growth and workloads. In addition to the general service
provided under VM and batch, ODP runs two dedicated CPUs for DI support--the OCR
service and TADS. The OCR service consists of a number of online applications
for bibliographic-database update and retrieval, and for cable traffic text-
search capability. The Pilot Mail Operation (PMO) is serving as a test bed and
training facility for future SAFE users. The growth rate of OCR requirements is
fairly stable and, as far as can be determined, the current level of support
will be adequate for this planning period. The upgrade objective is for a
simpler, more easily maintained system with improved reliability.
Project TADS currently operates on a dedicated CPU. The workload consists of
both production by Office of Strategic Weapons Research (OSWR) analysts and
developmental work by the contractor, TRW. There is considerable IC interest in
this system, especially from Foreign Technology Division (FTD) in Dayton,
Ohio. The TADS CPU is considered a candidate for off-loading a portion of the
VM workload if the main VM system becomes saturated.
3.2.3 Support to the Directorate of Operations (DO): HUMINT
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3.2.4 Corporate Management Systems
ODP is deeply involved in developing and upgrading the corporate management
systems used by the Agency in its day-to-day operations. Working closely with
the Offices of Logistics and Finance, ODP has committed major resources to new
logistics and unified payroll systems. ODP al so is a major supporter of OL in
its efforts to automate the printing and reproduction processes. The automation
of medical records al so is an ongoing endeavor with the Office of Medical
Services (OMS) . A new Personnel Resource Information Management (PRIM) System
is being developed jointly with the Office of Personnel (OP) to make data from
the PERS1GN system more readily available to Agency line-managers.
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DATA PROCESSING
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FY82 - FY88
4 - ODP CUSTOMER SUPPORT GOALS
4.1 END-USER PROGRAMMING
Innovations in the fields of telecommunications and database systems have
provided end users with the capability to develop their own projects--structured
to fit the needs and priorities of their own organizations. As a result, system
development by the central support facility has become more complex. Problem
determination and correction call for a higher level of expertise; computer
operators need more technical sophistication to manage the range of requirements
among dispersed equipment. Increased complexity of software for unique
applications means that system's software experts are needed for installation,
tuning, and problem determination. ODP expects to meet the challenge of this
emerging technology and to develop a new category of service for end users who
do their own programming.
4.1.1 Goal
ODP's goal is to create a category of service that provides a variety of support
to user programming, with emphasis on software packages adaptable to the maximum
number of requirements.
4.1.2 Plans
To enhance customer support, ODP plans to:
o Develop a software package that will produce routine graphs and bar
charts.
o Provide a statistical package that produces common management information
statistics.
o Obtain software packages with the widest applicability for report
generation, database management, and query languages.
o Develop a common set of programs for the Delta Data 7260 and establish a
Delta Data user's group.
o Obtain the lastest Computer-Assisted Instructions (CAI) facilities, to
provide training and assistance, whenever possible.
o Develop online documentation to complement the above-listed services.
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ODP plans a variety of tools that, when properly implemented, offer significant
improvements in many routine office functions. Word processing (WP) and word-
processing equipment (WPE) are the most visible of the office-automation tools
and, to date, the most difficult to control. Yet, controlling WPE is one of the
keys to a successful office-automation plan. The moment information is typed,
the capability should exist for transferring it to a computer environment. ODP
Applications conducts WP studies for Agency components that include a
requirements analysis, cost justification, alternative solutions, and
recommendations.
4.2.1 Goal
The automated office offers a category of services to customers that will allow
a smooth transition to automation with software and hardware that are both
friendly and adaptable to a normal office environment.
4.2.2 Plans
In support of the automated office concept, ODP plans to:
o Standardize equipment and software with compatible communications
features for integration into RCC computer systems.
o Provide an electronic mail service.
o In collaboration with OL and OC, improve output capabilities, especially
high-quality printing, by establishing regional centers where demand so
dictates.
? Extend the use of an automated-registries software package.
o Provide adequate training and facilities for user assistance.
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DATA PROCESSING
LONG-RANGE MANAGEMENT PLAN
FY82 - FY88
6 - GENERAL HARDWARE SUPPORT GOALS
6.1 BACKGROUND
As indicated in subsection 1.4, "Accomplishments," ODP has many diverse
objectives. Because of the variety of technologies and changing user
requirements, ODP must adhere to a unified plan. A complicating factor is the
continuing relocation of users within the metropolitan area while demands
increase for a secure and reliable network that extends beyond Headquarters;
currently about 50 percent of the user community is in that category.
For the user, the most visible planning relates to the hardware and
communications technology as it involves the network. The new technological
requirements have placed ODP at the center of a large network of several
thousand terminal and minicomputer users who rely on them for everyday tasks and
communications with large databases. This long-range plan attempts to give
direction and control to anticipated network growth.
Information-processing requirements placed on ODP must be reviewed carefully to
ensure their compatibility with other strategic goals. Equally significant is
the realization that ODP cannot satisfy all requests and that users must be made
aware of the limitations of planned resources. This section highlights ODP
objectives and provides a blueprint for the various processes that support ODP's
overall strategic goals.
ODP management plans and budgets for hardware to be used adjacent or connected
to the central-processing facility. In other cases, ODP develops hardware
standards that have Agency-wide application which, although using ODP expertise
and documentation, may be budgeted for and procured by other components to solve
their unique processing problems. Examples of such hardware standards are the
Delta Data microprocessor system, the Design 100 hard-copy printer, the IBM 370-
compatible minicomputer project (GIMINI), and a standard word processor.
6.2 GENERAL SERVICES SUPPORT
ODP's main thrust regarding hardware is to provide end users with conveniently
situated, reliable, and friendly work stations that have the central CPU power
needed to support the network. Equipment must be in accordance with current
security regulations and approved by OC to meet emanation standards.
Traditionally, ODP has budgeted, selected, procured, and maintained its computer
equipment. However, during the past few years, this procedure has been
difficult to implement because of budgetary restraints, especially where
terminals are concerned. Despite these restraints, ODP will be able to meet
essential requirements if users list their requirements and priorities. The
procedure described does not preclude having users with special requirements
submit budgeted funds to ODP for ADP procurements; this is especially true for
large requirements and those projects listed in section 5 of this document.
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The Comptroller has instructed user offices to budget for minicomputers. If the
requested minicomputers are IBM 370-compatible, ODP will support and maintain
them to the extent possible. The requirement for minicomputers stems from such
considerations as security, critical response time, administrative concerns, and
the commercial availability of applications and software implemented on
minicomputers.
ODP' s goal is to provide support for a standard set of hardware and software for
the distributed-processing network.
6.2.1 Minicomputer Plans
ODP is formally supporting a standard minicomputer alternative to the ODP
central service. It is envisioned that the minicomputer alternative will
support ODP operating and database-management systems; this will permit
straightforward, applications-software processing on either the standard
minicomputer or a central -service mainframe. Justification for this approach is
increased security, and/or improved service to the user.
6.2.2 Computer Terminal Plans
Using an annual user survey as the basis to determine terminal requests, ODP
will continue to budget for standard terminals. In addition, replacement of all
old terminals will proceed as requirements are surfaced, subject to the
availability of funds. Whenever a terminal is no longer maintainable, it also
will be replaced by a newer model. When offices are relocated, new terminals
may be instal led to replace old terminals--again subject to the availability of
funds. The fol lowing illustration reflects the installation history and demands
for all terminals as monitored by ODP through an annual requirements survey.
Terminal Installation Hi story and Demands
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