The State Information Technology Services Division is part of the Montana Department of Administration. It is responsible for the delivery of information services and the planning, coordination, training, control and security of information resources throughout state government. Web and application services and resources provided include: ◾Computing and telecommunications hardware and software; ◾Operational services; ◾Professional hardware and software specialists to support the technical environment; ◾Web development services and support; and ◾Professional specialists to develop and coordinate policy, research, and development of information resources. The division manages: ◾The two State of Montana Data Centers located in Helena and Miles City. The core purpose of these data centers is to house computer services for the State. ◾A mainframe platform and associated software for applications requiring these resources. ◾A distributed network of mid-tier computing platforms (non-mainframe and non-PCs), and a central mid-tier service. ◾The statewide voice and data networks that allow all agencies and other qualifying organizations, including remote offices, to communicate with and use central resources. ◾Enterprise computing contracts. SITSD also establishes enterprise-computing policies in coordination with state agencies, and works with agencies to develop strategic plans and directions for information technology in the state.