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The Problem with Aviation Cots

Authors: Lionel D. Alford; AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH
Abstract:
Commercial off the shelf (COTS) has become a byword for acquisition reform, but there are significant risks associated with the use of COTS products in military systems. These risks are especially acute for aviation systems. This article explains how COTS can negatively affect military acquisitions and gives ideas on how to plan and resolve COTS-caused problems.

Limitations: APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE
Pages: 8
Report Date: 1999
Report Number: A842273
Keywords relating to this report:
*COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT
*LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
*OFF THE SHELF EQUIPMENT
ACQUISITION
AERONAUTICS
LOGISTICS PLANNING
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