A model with fewer iterations of validating capability requirements documents through the JCIDS process by describing the overall IS program and delegating validation of detailed follow-on requirement and solution oversight to a flag-level organization. Components of the box are 1) Organization & Oversight; 2) Hardware Refresh, System Enhancements, and Integration Cost Controls; 3) Application and System Software Development Cost Controls; and 4) Capability Requirements and Initial Minimum Values. The “IT Box” model uses initial minimum values in place of initial objective values so that the baseline capability is clearly specified, and the delegated oversight body has flexibility to further develop capabilities without revalidation of the capability requirements document.