The following is a summary of the project. Purpose Launched in August 1998, the project s purpose was to create a new forms catalogue system to replace the previous e-forms system used by Transport Canada s employees. This project was developed to comply with Treasury Board s forms management policies and standards, including the Federal Identity Program, and best practices to minimize duplication and waste.
All forms are available nationally on the department s intranet site.
The previous system was able to select, view, fill and print these forms, but it was not able to save, send or search them. In consultation with staff and managers, Transport Canada s Forms Management team conducted a review of the current forms process, identified current and future issues, and developed recommendations to improve functionality. To develop and implement the required application, the team first analyzed the various needs of its user groups across the country. Based on this analysis, the team developed a plan to deliver all forms electronically, including those that were formerly restricted to print. This included department-wide consultation with clients and IM and IT specialists, and the demonstration of the new system to senior management across Canada.