Published: 5/9/2024
CFACTS Cloud migration update: Sneak peek
Get a first look at the new cloud environment at CFACTS-Cloud
The CFACTS application is migrating to AWSCloud for better performance and efficiency. The updated system is known as CFACTS-Cloud. We will be posting updates regularly to help you navigate this transition.
You can now explore CFACTS-Cloud, preview new enhancements, and test new features.
How to Access the IMP Environment
In software development, the Implementation environment is used for user acceptance testing. In the case of CFACTS, it is also used for training. See steps below.
Step 1: Obtain proper job code
Prior to accessing CFACTS-Cloud, you must have the proper job code in EUA. Your prior CFACTS job code may have already been migrated to the new job codes. Check in EUA to verify. See job code below if you need to request.
CFACTS_USER_IMP: When you request this code, use the justification “To perform UAT and for training”.
Step 2: Navigate to CFACTS-Cloud Impl via URL or IDM
Use the following URL to access the IMPL environment. We recommend bookmarking this link: https://cfactsval.cms.gov.
Optionally, you can access via IDM at https://impl.idp.idm.cms.gov. If you don’t have an EUA account, you can use your PIV card or CAC credentials.
Step 3: Explore, test, and train using the new CFACTS-Cloud Impl
Now that you’ve been authenticated, you can explore the application on your own, test new enhancements by the CFACTS development team, or use for testing on your own. You can also use this environment for training. We have on demand How-To videos as well as instructor-led classes. See CFACTS Resources below.
Who to contact
Post any questions or comments on the #cfacts-community channel in CMS Slack, or request support by using the CFACTS support portal.
CFACTS resources
About the publisher:
The CMS FISMA Continuous Tracking System (CFACTS) is the database used to track system security and support the system authorization process. The CFACTS Team works on improvements to the platform and helps people use it effectively.
