Long Range Plan for Information Technology in the Federal Judiciary FY 2009

The Judiciary’s Business Objectives¹

• Ensure access to the federal courts by the citizens.
• Retain the independence and dignity of the judiciary, its collegiality, and its preeminent legal competence.
• Maintain systems of accountability.
• Maintain effective governance mechanisms.
• Operate with economy and efficiency without sacrificing effectiveness and care for the individual case and the requirements of justice.
• Seek and encourage innovations that improve service.
• Make effective use of technology and information.
• Seek to control growth, obtain adequate resources, and manage resources effectively.
• Attract, develop, and retain a highly competent workforce.
• Provide for adequate security and for the protection of judges, staff, and the public.
• Communicate effectively with the other branches of federal government and the public.
• Foster cooperation and communication with other American and foreign judicial systems and bodies.
  
  ¹ The Administration of Justice: A Strategic Business Plan for the Federal Judiciary, approved by the Executive Committee on behalf of the Judicial Conference, August 1996.