COE Tactical Server Infrastructure (TSI)

The COE Tactical Server Infrastructure (TSI) program is a key line item in the Army's Other Procurement budget, specifically under Communications and Electronics Equipment. The primary goal of the TSI program is to provide standardized, robust server hardware platforms that host Mission Command applications and enterprise software across Army units, ranging from the Battalion echelon up to the Army Service Component Command. This infrastructure is essential for supporting tactical computing environments, enabling warfighter functional area applications, and facilitating collaborative work environments within the Army's operational framework.

The objectives of the COE Tactical Server Infrastructure (TSI) focus on procurement of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware and software to ensure interoperability, scalability, and ease of maintenance. By standardizing server configurations, the TSI provides a common hosting platform for mission command systems, which streamlines support and logistics while reducing costs associated with maintaining disparate systems. The TSI also supports the migration of future warfighting capabilities and the integration of cloud computing technologies into the tactical space. This enhances the Army's ability to adapt to evolving operational requirements.

A significant development in the FY 2026 budget is the realignment of TSI base procurement funding to new budget lines in support of the Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) initiative. The NGC2 initiative aims to modernize Command and Control (C2) systems by consolidating infrastructure under a unified architecture. This approach eliminates stove-piped solutions, reduces duplication of effort, and provides a single, integrated C2 capability. The transition is intended to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency across the Army's command and control landscape.

The TSI program is justified by its critical role in supporting both active and reserve components of the Armed Forces for a range of missions, including homeland defense, domestic emergency response, and military support to civil authorities. In accordance with section 1815 of the FY 2008 National Defense Authorization Act, the TSI is necessary for ensuring that the Army can fulfill its responsibilities in both domestic and expeditionary operations. The infrastructure provided by TSI underpins the Army's ability to rapidly deploy and sustain mission command capabilities in diverse operational environments.

Procurement quantities for the TSI program have been detailed for recent fiscal years, with units procured in FY 2024 and additional units planned for FY 2025. The distribution of these resources supports the Army, Army National Guard, and Army Reserve, ensuring that all components have access to the necessary computing infrastructure. This reflects the ongoing investment in modernizing the Army's tactical computing capabilities.

As the TSI program transitions under the NGC2 initiative, its resources, requirements, and capabilities will be integrated into a broader modernization effort. This integration is expected to provide a more agile, responsive, and resilient command and control infrastructure, capable of supporting current and future operational needs. The focus on eliminating redundant systems and adopting a unified architecture is central to the Army's strategy for digital transformation and operational readiness.