Information Resource Management Division
Narrative Description
The Information Resource Management Division (IRM) is responsible for the
development, implementation, and management of local information processing
systems, resource allocation for equipment and supplies, and providing ADP
training programs. This division ensures the station is in compliance with all VA
ADP security procedures and provides liaison with users of telecommunications
services. The IRM staff reviews and tests all revised ADP releases prior to
installation and provides help desk support for all out-based clients. In addition,
the division conducts work process studies to identify and design efficient use of
all ADP equipment and software.
The IRM Division is located adjacent to the computer room away from the
public areas. Occasionally, this function is organizationally assigned to the
Office of the Director with the IRM administrative offices located within the
Director's suite. This area has no public access and visitor traffic is limited to
vendors. Space for equipment staging and repair is needed in close proximity as
well as a secure storage area. Stations designated as Sector Sites require a
training room equipped to support ADP training.
Computer Room
A VBA regional office computer room houses all of the automated data
processing equipment which serves users at the regional office and out-based
clients. It should be located away from windowed exterior walls and away from
public areas to ensure maximum security, but have easy access from a main
corridor for equipment installation. If possible, locate the computer room on the
ground floor so a depressed-slab with raised flooring can be used in lieu of a
raised floor and ramp. This allows the computer room floor to be level with the
main floor, yet provides space for wire management and conserves the space
used for ramp installation. The standard height of the computer room raised
floor in a regional office ranges from 12-18" depending on the facility, ADP
requirements, and building constraints. The floor should support a uniform load
of 250 lbs/sf allowing for a concentrated load of 1,000 lbs/sf. For detailed
specifications and fire and safety requirements, refer to the computer room
specifications developed by Information Resource Management (20S).
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