• VA’s IT upgrade to a FITARA B grade reflects commitment to innovation, trust, and excellence — empowering better outcomes for Veterans and their families.

    Published On: December 4th, 2024 | 2 min read |
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  • OIT Partners in Historic Agreement to Expand Veteran Care in Rural Areas

     Feb. 9, 2024

    OIT Partners in Historic Agreement to Expand Veteran Care in Rural Areas

    In what is being hailed as a historic agreement, the Cherokee Nation and Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System are opening a VA clinic inside the tribe's Vinita Health Center in early 2024, allowing for both tribal and non-tribal Veterans to be seen on tribal land.

  • Ensuring Data Security and Privacy Protection for Every Veteran We Serve

     Jan. 24, 2024

    Ensuring Data Security and Privacy Protection for Every Veteran We Serve

    VA proudly participates in Data Privacy Week (January 21-27, 2024) because its purpose — "to empower individuals and organizations to respect privacy, safeguard data and enable trust” — intersects with our own in many ways.

  • Section Breaks: The Importance of Structure and Clarity

     Jan. 19, 2024

    Section Breaks: The Importance of Structure and Clarity

    Section breaks not only make navigating documents easier but also play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with 508 Accessibility Standards, fostering a more inclusive digital experience.

  • Award-Winning Women Lead the Way In Tech at the Department of Veterans Affairs

     March 24, 2023

    Award-Winning Women Lead the Way In Tech at the Department of Veterans Affairs

    Women in tech make significant impacts to the services and products offered to Veterans, their families, and care providers.

  • People Excellence: VA Executives Win Industry Awards for Federal IT Leadership

     March 16, 2023

    People Excellence: VA Executives Win Industry Awards for Federal IT Leadership

    Eleven Office of Information and Technology leaders were recognized on the 2023 FedHealthIT100 and Federal 100 lists for driving mission-oriented, strategic IT programs and teams.

  • VA’s Enterprise Service Desk Modernization Efforts Make a Difference

     March 9, 2023

    VA’s Enterprise Service Desk Modernization Efforts Make a Difference

    To address VA’s unique challenges and drive continuous improvement, VA has implemented several initiatives across the enterprise.

  • Modernizing VA Benefits Delivery

     March 1, 2023

    Modernizing VA Benefits Delivery

    To help Veterans apply and receive VA benefits more efficiently, VA’s Office of Information and Technology, Veterans Benefits Administration, and Debt Management Center have been working to create innovative technology solutions.

  • Wireless Upgrades Support Cemetery Services for Veteran Loved Ones

     Feb. 21, 2023

    Wireless Upgrades Support Cemetery Services for Veteran Loved Ones

    Wireless upgrades at VA cemeteries and staff offices ensure VA’s gravesite locator has up-to-date information.

  • Technology Improves Veterans’ Access to Safe, Affordable Housing

     Jan. 26, 2023

    Technology Improves Veterans’ Access to Safe, Affordable Housing

    With SQUARES, VA’s Office of Information and Technology and Veterans Health Administration are rapidly transforming Veteran housing services.