Existing Systems
A digital or ICT system is a related set of functional capabilities, including hardware and software, that perform a task or solve a business need.
A system may contain one or more platforms, portals, application, websites and data stores.
This section provides a list of important existing systems that your agency utilises or provides. This includes the purpose of the system, it’s criticality to core business functions, dependencies, expected end-of-life and planned upgrades or replacements.
Existing systems that are likely to require significant investment or replacement within the next 10 years with costs in the vicinity of $10 million or more should in included. Systems that are supporting critical services or operations but are under the $10 million threshold can still be included at the discretion of the individual agency.
System Type
May include platforms, portals, applications, websites and data stores. Define what technology underpins the system.
System Purpose
Is the digital or ICT system being used for internal operations or policy driven outcomes?
Criticality
What is the level of criticality to core business functions?
Planned Upgrades and Replacements
End-of-Life (EoL) considerations.