CWDS Glossary
The CWDS Glossary includes a List of Acronyms and defined terms captured from various models, reports, and other artifacts pertaining to the Child Welfare System – California Automated Response and Engagement System (CWS-CARES) Project. The Glossary standardizes terms used across the various project disciplines; each term is defined with its meaning specific to the project domain.
The State may update the CWDS Glossary at any time. Any questions please contact CWDS Communications.
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Feasibility Study Report (FSR)
The FSR was the initial document in CDT's old project approval process. After the FSR, projects would then develop Special Project Reports until the end of the project. Project Approval Lifecycle (PAL) replace the FSR/SPR process.
Historically, when departments proposed IT projects, CDT required them to prepare Feasibility Study Reports (FSRs). The FSR identified the problem, evaluated alternatives, and identified a technical solution. The FSR was developed by the sponsoring department and submitted to CDT for review and approval. Various shortcomings with the FSR approval process meant that projects often experienced challenges once they were underway. These challenges were often associated with significant cost increases and schedule extensions.
Historically, when departments proposed IT projects, CDT required them to prepare Feasibility Study Reports (FSRs). The FSR identified the problem, evaluated alternatives, and identified a technical solution. The FSR was developed by the sponsoring department and submitted to CDT for review and approval. Various shortcomings with the FSR approval process meant that projects often experienced challenges once they were underway. These challenges were often associated with significant cost increases and schedule extensions.
Feature
A collection of user stories or requirements of similar nature that together to fulfill a stakeholder need. Features group together stories that should be released together.
Federal Financial Participation (FFP)
Title XlX Medi-caid program that allows states to receive partial reimbursement for activities that meet FFP objectives.
Federal Fiscal Year (FFY)
A federal fiscal year is the 12-month accounting period the U.S. federal government uses for budgeting and financial reporting, running from October 1 to September 30.
Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)
Publicly announced standards developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology for use in computer systems by non-military American government agencies and government contractors.
Federal Placement Case
Cases that originate from CJPS.
Federal Risk and Authorization Management Plan (FedRAMP)
A US government-wide program that provides a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services
Female
Of, relating to, or being the sex that typically has the capacity to bear young or produce eggs.
Feminine
The socially constructed and culturally specific gender behaviors expected of females.
Field Automation System (FAS)
An IBM Notes-based system utilized by Community Care Licensing Division staff to document facility inspections and investigations.