Appian Secures Subcontract with Forge Group, LLC to Modernize US Army's Foreign Military Sales Case Management System
Appian (APPN) announces expansion of its partnership with the US Army through a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Army Case Execution System (ACES) contract, where Appian serves as the platform provider under Forge Group. The new system will replace the Army's 30-year-old Case Information System, modernizing FMS processes from case initiation to closeout. The platform will support approximately 1,000 users, including 600 concurrent users, providing automated workflows, real-time connections to over 20 government data sources, and comprehensive analysis capabilities. The implementation team includes Horizon Industries and 540.co, utilizing AWS services on cArmy.
Appian (APPN) annuncia l'espansione della sua partnership con l'Esercito degli Stati Uniti attraverso un contratto per il Sistema di Esecuzione dei Casi Militari Esteri (FMS) Army Case Execution System (ACES), dove Appian funge da fornitore della piattaforma sotto Forge Group. Il nuovo sistema sostituirà il Sistema di Informazione dei Casi dell'Esercito, attivo da 30 anni, modernizzando i processi FMS dall'inizio alla chiusura dei casi. La piattaforma supporterà circa 1.000 utenti, inclusi 600 utenti simultanei, offrendo flussi di lavoro automatizzati, connessioni in tempo reale a oltre 20 fonti di dati governative e capacità di analisi complete. Il team di implementazione include Horizon Industries e 540.co, utilizzando i servizi AWS su cArmy.
Appian (APPN) anuncia la expansión de su asociación con el Ejército de los Estados Unidos a través de un contrato del Sistema de Ejecución de Casos Militares Extranjeros (FMS) Army Case Execution System (ACES), donde Appian actúa como proveedor de la plataforma bajo Forge Group. El nuevo sistema reemplazará el Sistema de Información de Casos del Ejército, que tiene 30 años, modernizando los procesos de FMS desde la iniciación hasta el cierre del caso. La plataforma soportará aproximadamente 1,000 usuarios, incluyendo 600 usuarios concurrentes, proporcionando flujos de trabajo automatizados, conexiones en tiempo real a más de 20 fuentes de datos gubernamentales y capacidades de análisis integrales. El equipo de implementación incluye a Horizon Industries y 540.co, utilizando los servicios de AWS en cArmy.
Appian (APPN)이 미국 육군과의 파트너십을 Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Army Case Execution System (ACES) 계약을 통해 확장한다고 발표했습니다. 여기서 Appian은 Forge Group의 플랫폼 제공자로 활동합니다. 새로운 시스템은 30년 된 육군의 사건 정보 시스템을 대체하여 사건 시작부터 종료까지 FMS 프로세스를 현대화합니다. 이 플랫폼은 약 1,000명의 사용자를 지원하며, 이 중 600명이 동시 사용자로 자동화된 워크플로우, 20개 이상의 정부 데이터 소스와의 실시간 연결 및 포괄적인 분석 기능을 제공합니다. 구현 팀에는 Horizon Industries와 540.co가 포함되며, cArmy에서 AWS 서비스를 활용합니다.
Appian (APPN) annonce l'expansion de son partenariat avec l'Armée américaine à travers un contrat de Système d'Exécution des Cas de Ventes Militaires Étrangères (FMS) Army Case Execution System (ACES), où Appian agit en tant que fournisseur de la plateforme sous Forge Group. Le nouveau système remplacera le Système d'Information des Cas de l'Armée qui a 30 ans, modernisant les processus FMS de l'initiation à la clôture des cas. La plateforme soutiendra environ 1 000 utilisateurs, dont 600 utilisateurs simultanés, offrant des flux de travail automatisés, des connexions en temps réel à plus de 20 sources de données gouvernementales et des capacités d'analyse complètes. L'équipe de mise en œuvre comprend Horizon Industries et 540.co, utilisant les services AWS sur cArmy.
Appian (APPN) kündigt die Erweiterung seiner Partnerschaft mit der US-Armee im Rahmen eines Vertrags zum Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Army Case Execution System (ACES) an, bei dem Appian als Plattformanbieter unter der Forge Group fungiert. Das neue System wird das 30 Jahre alte Fallinformationssystem der Armee ersetzen und die FMS-Prozesse von der Fallinitiierung bis zum Abschluss modernisieren. Die Plattform wird etwa 1.000 Benutzer unterstützen, darunter 600 gleichzeitige Benutzer, und bietet automatisierte Workflows, Echtzeitverbindungen zu über 20 Regierungsdatenquellen und umfassende Analysefähigkeiten. Das Implementierungsteam umfasst Horizon Industries und 540.co, die AWS-Dienste auf cArmy nutzen.
- Secured major government contract for US Army FMS system modernization
- Platform will serve 1,000 users with 600 concurrent users
- Integration with 20+ government data source systems
- Expands presence in military sector, already supporting Army, Navy, and Air Force
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This contract win represents a significant modernization project for the US Army's Foreign Military Sales system, replacing a 30-year-old legacy platform. The scope is substantial, supporting 1,000 users with 600 concurrent users and integrating with over 20 government data systems.
The implementation will streamline complex military sales processes, from case initiation to financial management. While the exact contract value isn't disclosed, similar enterprise-wide military modernization projects typically range from
Key differentiators include real-time data analysis capabilities and AWS integration through cArmy, positioning Appian strategically within the defense sector. This builds upon existing relationships with Army, Navy and Air Force, strengthening Appian's foothold in the lucrative government contracting space.
The FMS-ACES application will replace the Army's over 30-year-old Case Information System (CISIL). The Appian Platform will modernize and streamline the Army's FMS process, managing everything from case initiation and lifecycle management to case closeout, logistics, and financials. The application will provide Army users with automated workflow and process features, comprehensive data analysis and visualization capabilities, real-time connections to over 20 government data source systems, and detailed reporting capability.
The new system will support approximately 1,000 users with about 600 concurrent users, including case managers, logisticians, financial personnel, and audit staff. This modernization effort will not only enhance efficiency and accuracy but also provide the Army with real-time data analysis and visualization capabilities, empowering better decision-making to more efficiently respond to essential tasks for national security objectives.
"The modernization of our Foreign Military Sales case management system is a critical step in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations. Appian's platform provides the robust, flexible, and data-driven capabilities we need to manage the complexities of the FMS process," said Kelly Rutherford, Product Lead, FMS-ACES, United States Army. "This new system will not only streamline our workflows but also enhance our ability to make informed decisions in real time, ultimately supporting our mission to deliver superior service to our global partners."
Forge, the technology and security cooperation-focused global consulting, brings a deep understanding of the nuanced FMS Case Lifecycle, and complex expertise in delivering rapid, intelligent digital solutions. As the delivery partner, Horizon Industries will use its 15 years of Appian experience and agile methodologies to support implementation.
"We are honored to continue our support of the US Army's mission through the FMS-ACES project," said Jason Adolf, Vice President, Global Public Sector, Appian. "Our platform's ability to transform legacy systems into modern, efficient, and reliable solutions is unmatched, and we look forward to delivering exceptional value and capabilities to the Army."
The Appian Platform automates business processes. It integrates with existing systems and includes secure AI capabilities. Government agencies trust Appian for their digital transformation initiatives, leveraging our expertise in process automation, integration, private and responsible AI, and data-driven decision-making. Appian currently supports the Army, Navy, and US Air Force to modernize their case management platforms for FMS.
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