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Machine-Based (Information Resources)

Also: machine-based, machine based

Definition

Verbatim from FedRAMP/rules

Any information technology information resource—including systems, processes, software, hardware, services, cloud-native capabilities, and any other such capability, component, or resource—that relies primarily on mechanical or electronic devices (i.e. computers) for operation.

Notes

  • All other information resources that do not rely on computers are non-machine-based information resources.

Used in 6 rule requirements

This term is a defined part of the following FedRAMP rule requirements — when it appears in a rule, this definition applies precisely.

Referenced by 12 KSIs

Change history

  • 2026-07-04Initial reset for the Consolidated Rules for 2026 Public Preview.

Source of truth: FedRAMP/rules. Definitions are published verbatim; Boundera adds cross-references and implementation context.