How does GCSS-A ensure the integrity of data?

The integrity of data within the Global Combat Support System – Army (GCSS-A) is primarily maintained through built-in validation checks and user access controls. Validation checks automatically verify the accuracy and completeness of data upon entry, ensuring that only correct information is processed. This minimizes errors associated with manual data entry and enhances the reliability of the system. Additionally, user access controls regulate who can view or edit data, which protects sensitive information from unauthorized changes and helps maintain the overall integrity of the data.

In contrast, while manual entry logs and regular audits can contribute to data integrity, they lack the proactive safeguards that validation checks and user access controls provide. Limiting the number of users may reduce the risk of errors, but it is not a comprehensive solution for ensuring data integrity within a system as complex as GCSS-A. Integrating both validation and access controls forms a robust framework that is essential for maintaining trustworthiness and accuracy in the data utilized by military logistics and supply operations.