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VA Technical Reference Model v 24.7

Group Policy Automation Engine
Group Policy Automation Engine Technology

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Technologies must be operated and maintained in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. More information on the proper use of the TRM can be found on the TRM Proper Use Tab/Section.

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Description: Group Policy Automation Engine allows a user to automate modification and audits of Group Policy settings in a repeatable and self-documenting way, saving time and money and preventing costly configuration errors from crippling the user`s environment.

Note: Group Policy is a feature of the Microsoft Windows NT family of operating systems that controls the working environment of user accounts and computer accounts. Group Policy provides the centralized management and configuration of operating systems, applications, and users` settings in an Active Directory environment.
Technology/Standard Usage Requirements: Users must ensure their use of this technology/standard is consistent with VA policies and standards, including, but not limited to, VA Handbooks 6102 and 6500; VA Directives 6004, 6513, and 6517; and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards, including Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). Users must ensure sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. Prior to use of this technology, users should check with their supervisor, Information Security Officer (ISO), Facility Chief Information Officer (CIO), or local Office of Information and Technology (OI&T) representative to ensure that all actions are consistent with current VA policies and procedures prior to implementation.
Section 508 Information: This technology has not been assessed by the Section 508 Office. The Implementer of this technology has the responsibility to ensure the version deployed is 508-compliant. Section 508 compliance may be reviewed by the Section 508 Office and appropriate remedial action required if necessary. For additional information or assistance regarding Section 508, please contact the Section 508 Office at Section508@va.gov.
Decision: View Decisions
Decision Source: TRM Mgmt Group
Decision Process: One-VA TRM v24.2
Decision Date: 02/12/2024 at 20:36:38 UTC
Aliases: SDM Software, GPExpert Group Policy Automation Engine, Reporting & Analysis, GPAE
Introduced By: TRM Request
Vendor Name: SDM Software
- The information contained on this page is accurate as of the Decision Date (02/12/2024 at 20:36:38 UTC).