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Data has become a valuable asset and protecting it requires a modernized approach to security that reflects the changing threat landscape.
Avoiding layers of legacy technology
Government agencies need to pick
reliable cloud providers that have stability, credibility and longevity in the marketplace as well as FedRAMP authorization. However, they should always avoid letting their data travel through outside systems.
For example, Boomi orchestrates government data, but that data doesn’t flow through our platform. When a cloud
solution provider wants agency data
to move through its system, agencies should see if there is an alternative to that approach.
Some IT leaders back away from difficult modernization challenges and instead decide to layer new applications on top
of legacy technology. But layering is a dangerous approach because many legacy applications were written in languages that are no longer widely used. And integrations
can become so brittle that a single change in one place can have unintended consequences in other areas.
Modernization doesn’t get easier, but that is no reason to delay. The time to tackle modernization isn’t when it’s convenient and simple. The time to start is now.
Alan Lawrence is vice president of federal at Boomi.
Building Seamless and
Connected Government
MODERNIZE AND TRANSFORM
Ensure proper connectivity and smooth data exchange when applications and infrastructure are migrated
and consolidated
ACCELERATE CLOUD SMART ADOPTION
Speed up cloud adoption to boost operational efficiency and implement shared services to foster collaboration and increase engagement
IMPROVE CONSTITUENTS’ EXPERIENCE
Bring together workforce processes and workflows
from across organizations for a streamlined approach to customer experience and serve employees,
partners, contractors, and citizens better
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