Strengthening Data Foundations for the Department of Defense

When a Department of Defense organization needed support aligning their data environment with the VAULTIS principles (Visible, Accessible, Understandable, Linked, Trustworthy, Interoperable, and Secure), they turned to JMA Resources. This mission was about creating frameworks and building a culture of data clarity, consistency, and readiness. The organization needed a partner who could understand the depth of their needs, develop meaningful strategies, and guide them toward lasting transformation. JMA stepped in with focus, empathy, and proven expertise.

JMA’S Approach

We collaborated closely with stakeholders to understand the current state of data practices and governance. From there, they designed a tailored approach built on two foundational efforts:

Data Management Assessment

We conducted a detailed evaluation of data workflows, systems, and processes. This included reviewing how data was collected, stored, processed, and shared. The team delivered a roadmap for aligning systems with mission goals, streamlining operations, and enabling smarter access to quality data.

Data Governance Maturity Assessment

Our governance team provided an in-depth look at how data was managed across the organization. They identified opportunities to clarify roles, responsibilities, and policies, and they helped establish a stronger foundation for ethical, secure, and consistent data management across teams.

Results and Impact

Seamless Migration at Petabyte Scale

Our team led the successful migration of over a petabyte of data into a Yellowbrick data warehouse, incorporating multiple ETL streams and reporting tools. The migration met critical deadlines, supported modern access needs, and delivered cost savings without sacrificing quality.

Clearer Strategy, Empowered Teams

With structured assessments in hand, our clients gained valuable insight into their data maturity. Their organization walked away with actionable strategies, greater confidence, and a clear path forward grounded in the VAULTIS framework.

Governance That Enables Growth

The new governance plan provided the clarity and structure the organization needed to support long-term decision-making, improve data quality, and better serve their mission.

Positioned for the Future

Our work fixed immediate challenges and laid the groundwork for continued innovation. Our client is now better equipped to respond to future demands, explore emerging technologies, and make mission-aligned decisions with the support of high-quality, reliable data.