IT Policies, Standards & Guidance

Architecture documents provide the framework and define the standards, specifications and technologies to support the Commonwealth's computing environment. This computing environment includes the service-oriented architecture and the standard operating environment.

Policies are high level documents that specify requirements and rules that must be adhered to by any entity within the the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' Executive Department. These mandatory and enforceable directives are often supported by functional Standards, technical Standards, and Architecture documents that provide additional compliance requirements.

Policies that can be referenced in the development of new policies.

Advisories are issued by the Commonwealth CIO or CTO for immediate attention. Commonwealth entities are strongly encouraged to follow the recommendations provided in these advisories. Best practices contained in these documents are subsequently considered for incorporation in enterprise policies and standards as required practices.

Guidance on technology law affecting public sector entities

For future reference, this page may be accessed by using www.mass.gov/itd/webguidance.

Information and resources for web content managers to help you build a better web presence for your Executive Office or Agency.

Guidelines, best practices and other reference materials that are advisory in nature but strongly recommended.

Executive Orders related to the subject of information technology.