OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

Sustainment Key Performance Parameter and the RAM-C Manual

Sep 2008

5 pages

Authors: Peter Nolte; John Quackenbush; Grant Schmieder; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

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This article addresses an increasing trend within the Department of Defense of systems not achieving the required reliability during developmental testing and subsequently being found unsuitable during Initial Operational Test and Evaluation. It introduces a Department systems engineering initiative to help requirements managers and program managers develop balanced and measurable sustainment requirements of reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) requirements with the development of a RAM-Cost Rationale Report Manual. This manual, ...

Report of the Defense Science Board Task Force on Developmenta Test and Evaluation

01-May-2008

69 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

A Defense Science Board (DSB) Task Force on Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) was convened in the summer of 2007 to investigate the causal factors for the high percentage of programs entering Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E) in recent years which have been evaluated as both not operationally effective and not operationally suitable. The following are the specific issues which the Task Force was asked to assess: Office of ...

Defense Science Board Task Force on Developmental Test and Evaluation

MAY 2008

69 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

Department of Defense Chemical and Biological Defense Program. Annual Report to Congress

May-2008

109 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This May 2008 CBDP Annual Report to Congress (ARC) is provided in accordance with Title 50 U.S.C. 1523. It describes progress made by DoD to protect our nation and our allies from the threat or actual use of WMD, and outlines management initiatives undertaken to identify and balance investment priorities against risks over time. In addition, the report: Outlines CBDP organizational structure, roles and responsibilities, oversight procedures, and program plans ...

Strategic Goals Implementation Plan V2.0

01-Jan-2008

101 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics (USD(AT&L)) 2007 Strategic Goals Implementation Plan aligned AT&L with the defense enterprise by "flowing down" the national and defense strategic guidance, particularly the Quadrennial Defense Review, into seven organizational goals. The USD(AT&L) team used time-certain initiatives, metrics, and assigned leadership to track progress and adjust efforts as necessary. The plan was updated in March and June 2007, following tri-annual reviews. ...

Directed Energy Weapons

DEC 2007

96 pages

Authors: Larry Welch; Robert Hermann; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

Directed energy continues to offer promise as a transformational "game changer" as the Department of Defense (DOD) encounters new asymmetric and disruptive threats, while facing increasingly sophisticated traditional challenges. Yet years of investment have not resulted in any current operational high-energy laser capability. In addition, the single high-energy laser program of record, the Airborne Laser (ABL) for boost phase missile defense, continues to experience delays and potential budget reductions. There ...

Report of the Defense Science Board Task Force on Mission Impact of Foreign Influence on DoD Software

SEP 2007

113 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Defense Science Board (DSB) Task Force on Mission Impact of Foreign Influence on DoD Software examined areas in software security, security architecture, and risk mitigation and received briefings from industry, academia, and a number of Defense agencies. Briefings on software assurance and development processes for Defense programs were also provided. The Department's dependence on software, which is growing in size and complexity, presents tempting opportunities for U.S. adversaries to ...

Corrosion Prevention and Control Planning Guidebook Spiral 3

SEP 2007

308 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This document provides program and project managers with guidance for developing and implementing a corrosion prevention and control program for DoD weapon systems and infrastructure. It includes corrosion-related policy; management planning; and technical and design considerations that should be addressed for a viable design. This guidance is in accordance with the DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control policy letter, signed by the Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and ...

Unmanned Systems Safety Guide for DoD Acquisition

27 JUN 2007

100 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 5000.1 instructs Program Mangers (PMs) to prevent Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health (ESOH) hazards, where possible, and manage ESOH hazards where they cannot be avoided. Further guidance regarding the prevention and management of ESOH hazards is also provided in the Defense Acquisition Guidebook (DAG), Section 2.3.14. This guide focuses on safety and health hazards and supports the overall ESOH risk management tenets of DoDI ...

Defense Science Board 2006 Summer Study on 21st Century Strategic Technology Vectors. Volume 4. Accelerating the Transition of Technologies into U.S. Capabilities

APR 2007

153 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

"Technological superiority" is a basic U.S. defense strategy - the strategic differentiator. As a result of evolving conditions, the United States can not assume that it will stay ahead of its adversaries by simply spending more on research, development, and procurement. Changes in the acquisition process and the accompanying budget, requirements, testing, and other related processes are required in order to dramatically cut the time it takes to field new ...

Department of Defense Chemical and Biological Defense Program

APR 2007

334 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) provides U.S. forces the best capability and support in the world. The CBDP is a key component of national and defense strategies aimed at defending the nation from the hostile use of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) particularly chemical and biological (CB) weapons against U.S. citizens, military forces, friends, and allies. The CBDP seeks to ensure that Department of Defense (DoD) operations are ...

Department of Defense Chemical and Biological Defense Programs. Annual Report to Congress 2007

Apr-2007

336 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) provides U.S. forces the best capability and support in the world. The CBDP is a key component of national and defense strategies aimed at defending the nation from the hostile use of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) - particularly chemical and biological (CB) weapons - against U.S. citizens, military forces, friends, and allies. The CBDP seeks to ensure that Department of Defense (DoD) ...

Strategic Goals Implementation Plan 6.1

MAR 2007

49 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The first review of the AT&L Strategic Goals Implementation Plan was held February 23. Senior leaders had accomplished much, knew where their tough spots were, and engaged in discussions that surfaced many cross-cutting issues. Highlights of this fruitful meeting follow. With respect to examples of major accomplishments, we have: Updated competencies for the AT&L career fields and have completed program management and logistics. Implemented a robust WebCast program to provide ...

Defense Science Board 2006 Summer Study on 21st Century Strategic Technology Vectors, Volume 2: Critical Capabilities and Enabling Technologies

FEB 2007

128 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This volume (II) is the report of the Critical Capabilities and Enabling Technologies panel of the Defense Science Board 2006 Summer Study on 21st Century Strategic Technology Vectors. The Capabilities Panel was charged to do the following: (1) examine the operational missions that the U.S. military might be called upon to perform in support of emerging national security objectives; (2) identify new operational capabilities that would be needed to successfully ...

Transformational Medical Technologies Initiative (TMTI)

2007

22 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This report responds to the tasks identified by the SAC-D Report No. 109-292. First, it highlights the reporting requirement. Second, it provides background information on the TMTI program. Third, it includes our reporting requirement response to the three specified Senate Appropriations Committee-Defense questions. Finally, it provides a summary.

Risk Management Guide for DOD Acquisition, Sixth Edition (Version 1.0)

AUG 2006

40 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The purpose of this guide is to assist DoD and contractor Program Managers (PMs), program offices and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) in effectively managing program risks during the entire acquisition process, including sustainment. This guide contains baseline information and explanations for a well-structured risk management program. The management concepts and ideas presented here encourage the use of risk-based management practices and suggest a process to address program risks without prescribing ...

Report on Activities and Programs for Countering Proliferation and NBC Terrorism. Volume 1. Executive Summary

MAY 2006

24 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This Report on Activities and Programs for Countering Proliferation and NBC Terrorism is submitted to the United States Congress as required by the 1994 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) (as amended). The report provides the findings of the interagency Counterproliferation Program Review Committee (CPRC). The CPRC was chartered by Congress in 1994 to report on the activities and programs of the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DOE), and ...

Chemical and Biological Defense Program Annual Report to Congress

MAR 2006

334 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This Annual Report of the Department of Defense (DOD) Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) provides information in response to several reporting requirements. First, this report is provided in accordance with 50 U.S. Code Section 1523. (The complete reporting requirement is detailed at Annex L) This report is intended to assess: (1) the overall readiness of the Armed Forces to fight in a chemical biological (CB) warfare environment and steps ...

Annual Industrial Capabilities Report to Congress

Feb-2006

56 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Department desires that the industrial base on which it draws be reliable cost-effective and sufficient to meet strategic objectives. Stable robust Department of Defense (DoD) funding is the primary factor in sustaining those industrial capabilities supporting defense because such funding focuses market demand across a broad spectrum of industry segments to meet emerging and projected DoD requirements. Several other criteria also can be used to evaluate the extent to ...

Unmanned Aircraft Systems Sensors

MAY 2005

45 pages

Authors: Dyke D. Weatherington; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This briefing looks at the current usage of sensors on unmanned aircraft -- electro-optical, infrared, and radar. It outlines the need to further development of sensor fusion to enhances visual images. The military needs to be able to select the frequency, or combination thereof, that best fits the situation/environment. Different sensor capabilities are required to combat full range of asymmetrical threats: small, tactical, operational, and theater.

Report of the Defense Science Board Task Force on Nuclear Weapon Effects Test, Evaluation, and Simulation

APR 2005

133 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Defense Science Board (DSB) Task Force on Nuclear Weapon Effects (NWE) Test, Evaluation and Simulation was undertaken with the overall goal of providing a comprehensive evaluation of current and future Department of Defense (DoD) processes for assuring successful operation in nuclear environments. As directed by the Terms of Reference, we have assessed opponent capabilities and DoD processes for establishing and enforcing hardness goals. These assessments have considered ...

Department of Defense Logistics Transformation Strategy: Achieving Knowledge-Enabled Logistics

10 DEC 2004

24 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This document presents the Department of Defense (DoD) strategy to reconcile advanced logistics concepts in support of distributed adaptive operations and DoD transformation, as required by the FY06 Strategic Planning Guidance. The strategy was prepared for the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics) by the Logistics Transformation Roadmap Steering Group, under the direction of the Joint Logistics Board. The strategy includes a comprehensive process to reconcile Focused Logistics, ...

Airspace Integration Plan for Unmanned Aviation

NOV 2004

81 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Office of the Secretary of Defense Airspace Integration Plan for Unmanned Aviation outlines the key issues that must be addressed to achieve the goal of safe, routine use of the National Airspace System (NAS) by Department of Defense (DoD) Remotely Operated Aircraft (ROA). It is based upon ongoing work performed in support of the joint Office of the Secretary of Defense-Federal Aviation Administration (OSD-FAA) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Airspace ...

DOD Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards

05 OCT 2004

265 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

These explosive safety standards (Standards) are issued under the authority of DoD Directive 6055.9 (reference (a)). These Standards are designed to manage risks associated with DoD-titled ammunition and explosives (AE) by providing protection criteria to minimize serious injury, loss of life, and damage to property. They are not intended to be so rigid as to prevent the DoD Components from accomplishing their assigned missions.

Special Technology Area Review on Spintronics. Report of Department of Defense Advisory Group on Electron Devices Working Group B (Microelectronics)

JUN 2004

34 pages

Authors: Barry Dunbridge; Les Palkuti; Stuart Wolf; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The objective of this Advisory Group on Electron Devices (AGED) Working Group B (Microelectronics) Special Technology Area Review (STAR) was to examine the status of spintronics (electronics based on the spin degree of freedom of the electron) as it applies to nonvolatile memories and quantum-based logic and computing. In addition, the information provided at the STAR is expected to be of use to the Services and Department of Defense (DoD) ...

Report of the Defense Science Board Task Force on Smallpox Vaccine Down Select Process Report Summary

MAY 2004

29 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

In the 17th century, physicians in China blew powdered smallpox scabs into sinuses and prepared pills made from the fleas of cows. In India, physicians applied scabs to the scarified skin of the healthy. This technique migrated westward to Turkey where it was discovered by western physicians. Other early attempts to control smallpox included inoculation with material from smallpox lesions. This practice was known as variolation. In 1796, Edward Jenner ...

Defense Science Board Task Force on Missile Defense: Phase 3 - Modeling and Simulation

MAR 2004

96 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This report covers Phase III of the work of the Defense Science Board (DSB) Task Force on Missile Defense. Phase I examined mid- course discrimination. Phase II, a 2002 DSB Summer Study, examined the four issues shown in the chart above. Following completion of the Phase II report, the Director, Missile Defense Agency (MDA) asked the Task Force to examine modeling and simulation (M&S). The Under Secretary Defense for Acquisition, ...

Special Technology Area Review on Displays. Report of Department of Defense Advisory Group on Electron Devices Working Group C (Electro-Optics)

MAR 2004

123 pages

Authors: Susan Turnbach; Andrew Yang; Darrel G. Hopper; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

Displays are critical devices in all weapons systems. Sensors and information systems enable warfighters to detect, locate, identify, and track targets, assure accurate real-time battlespace situational awareness, and provide an accurate battlefield damage assessment -- but only if there is a display at the location of each and every friendly combatant. Display research spawns whole new fields as a result of its multidisciplinary nature; for example, the cathode ray tube ...

The Lean Enterprise - A Management Philosophy at Lockheed Martin

2004

11 pages

Authors: Michael Joyce; Bettina Schechter; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

In 1999, Lockheed Martin developed an approach called LM21, for Lockheed Martin in the 21st century, to identify best practices for increasing efficiency and improving financial and operating performance, Leaders soon realized that best practice sharing was lust one means to a higher end, The ultimate goal is to create a system that consistently achieves excellence for our customers, shareholders, and employees, We selected and implemented the management philosophies called ...

Applying Theory of Constraints Principles and Lean Thinking at the Marine Corps Maintenance Center (Defense Acquisition Review Journal)

2004

13 pages

Authors: Mandyam Srinivasan; Darren jones; Alex Miller; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Maintenance Center for the Marine Corps Logistics Base, Albany, Georgia, launched a program in 2001 combining principles drawn from the Theory of Constraints and Lean thinking The Center had been constantly plagued by apparent capacity shortages in virtually every department and additional manpower was being considered. An analysis using Theory of Constraints revealed that there was, in fact, more than adequate capacity to handle the workload. The perceived lack ...

Corrosion Prevention and Control Planning Guidebook

DEC 2003

74 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The purpose of this document is to provide acquisition program managers with guidance in developing and implementing a Corrosion Prevention and Control Program for DoD weapon systems and infrastructure, and corrosion related technical aspects that should be addressed for a viable design. This guidance is in accordance with DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control Policy Letter, signed by Acting USD (AT&L) and dated Nov 12, 2003 (Appendix A). Corrosion is a ...

Report of the Defense Science Board Task Force on Discriminate Use of Force

JUL 2003

39 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

In the terms of reference, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics directed the task force "to conduct a comprehensive study of the ends and means of precision compellence, or the nuanced use of force, in concert with coalition partners, to achieve political, economic and moral change in countries affecting US interests." Real-world events have since underscored the need for such a study; indeed, the U.S. military ...

Operation of the Defense Acquisition System

12 MAY 2003

37 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This instruction establishes a simplified and flexible management framework for translating mission needs and technology opportunities, based on approved mission needs and requirements, into stable, affordable, and well- managed acquisition programs that include weapon systems and automated information systems (AISs). Consistent with statutory requirements, this instruction authorizes Milestone Decision Authorities (MDAs) to tailor procedures to achieve cost, schedule, and performance goals.

Report of the Defense Science Board/Air Force Scientific Advisory Board Joint Task Force on Acquisition of National Security Space Programs

MAY 2003

83 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Undersecretary of Defense (Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics) and the Secretary of the Air Force cosponsored the Joint Defense Science Board (DSB)/Air Force Science Advisory Board (AFSAB) Task Force on the Acquisition of National Security Space Programs and directed the task force to - Recommend improvements to the acquisition of space programs from initiation to deployment; - Assess the nation's dependency on space; - Characterize problems by looking at underlying ...

Manager's Guide to Technology Transition in an Evolutionary Acquisition Environment. Version 1.0

31 JAN 2003

205 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

Accelerating the flow of technology to the warfighter is one of the top priorities of the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition, Technology and Logistics), as well as the services, defense agencies, and other key defense organizations that help transition technology. This document, the "Manager's Guide to Technology Transition In an Evolutionary Acquisition Environment" (the guide) is intended to be a source of information to promote collaboration among team members. It ...

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Roadmap 2002 - 2027

DEC 2002

205 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This document presents the Department of Defense's (DoD) Roadmap for developing and employing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles (UCAVs) over the next 25 years (2002 to 2027) DoD's operational UAV systems include Predator, Hunter, Shadow, and Pioneer which have demonstrated tremendous capability in recent military operations Developmental systems such as Global Hawk and many small UAV systems have also been put to the test in recent ...

100TH T-38C Delivery Ceremony (Defense Acquisition Review Journal)

21 OCT 2002

13 pages

Authors: David D. Ott; James B. Davis; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

In 2000, the United States Air Force T-38 Avionics Upgrade System Program Office began to pursue Lean initiatives to reduce out-year program cost and delivery risk at the Boeing T-38C Upgrade facility located at Williams Gateway Airport facility in Mesa, Arizona, The T-38 Avionics Upgrade Program production system baseline plan was conventional for legacy aircraft upgrade and modification programs using a mass/craft assembly stationary dock approach, For a successful transition ...

Tailoring Earned Value Management. General Guidelines

01 JUN 2002

22 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

Partial Contents: General Principles, A Spectrum of Implementation, OMB Guidance, A Special Note about DOD, Risk Factors to Consider, How can EVMS be tailored, Tailor EVMS to Inherent Risk, Application Thresholds-DoD Model, Application Thresholds, Guidelines, Application of Guidelines, 5 Basic Guidelines, Validation Options, Baseline Assessment, Earning Performance, Reporting, Analysis, Surveillance, Additional Thoughts on FFP Contracts, and The Bottom Line.

The Earned Value Body of Knowledge (EV-BOK)

01 JUN 2002

37 pages

Authors: W. Fleming; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

Partial contents: Project Management Institute (PMI), The Earned Value Body of Knowledge, A Management Science, Early Management Scientists, Circa 1890's in the Industrial Factories, Neo Management Scientists.

The New Management Revolution: Integrating Contractor Performance with Agency Budgets

01 JUN 2002

35 pages

Authors: Wayne Abba; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

A-11 Part 3 officially extends DoD-pioneered performance measurement to all agencies and applies to DoD. It effectively mandates Earned Value Management as the Basis for performance-based management systems. Earned Value Home Page: http;//www.acq.osd.mil/pm.

Mandatory Procedures for Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPS) and Major Automated Information System (MAIS) Acquisition Programs

05 APR 2002

194 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This regulation is issued under the authority of DoD Instruction 500. 2, "opertion of the Defense Acquisition System," April 5, 2002, and is effective immediately. This regulation sets forth mandatory procedures for Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs) and Major Automated Information System (MAIS) acquisition programs and, specifically where stated, for other than MDAPs or MAIS acquisition programs to include highly sensitive classified, cryptologic and intellignece programs, implements reference (a), the ...

The Commercial Operations and Support Savings Initiative (COSSI) challenges and Solutions for Success

01 DEC 2001

15 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The goals of the Commercial Operational and Support Savings Initiative (COSSI) are to improve readiness and reduce operations and support (O&S) costs by inserting existing commercial items or technology into military legacy systems. COSSI emphasizes the rapid development of prototypes and fielding of production items based on current commercial technology. The program also implements the goals of the current Administration and the Secretary of Defense. The Commercial Operations and Support ...

Commercial Item Handbook (Version 1.0)

NOV 2001

85 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The purpose of the Handbook is to help acquisition personnel develop sound business strategies for procuring commercial items. The Handbook focuses on how market research and cross-competency teaming can increase the Government s cost-effective use of commercial items to meet warfighter needs. The Handbook offers suggestions on questions to ask, and it points to additional sources of information, sources of training, and available tools. The Handbook is designed to be ...

Intellectual Property: Navigating Through Commercial Waters. Issues And Solutions When Negotiating Intellectual Property With Commercial Companies (Version 1.1)

15 OCT 2001

100 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

In the past, research programs funded by the Department of Defense (DoD) often led industry efforts in technology. Today the reverse is largely the case. Technology leadership has shifted to industry, where most research and development (R&D) dollars are spent.

2001 UN Conference on Small Arms and Light Weapon in All Its Aspects

13 AUG 2001

20 pages

Authors: John W. Mentz; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This report presents the viewgraphs for the 2001 UN Conference on Small Arms and Light Weapon in All Its Aspects.

The New DoD Regulation 5000.2-R

10 JUN 2001

187 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This regulation is issued under the authority of Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5000.2, "Operation of the Defense Acquisition System," October 23, 2000 (reference (a)) and is effective immediately. This Regulation sets forth mandatory procedures for Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs) and Major Automated Information System (MAIS) acquisition programs; serves as a general model for other than MDAPs or MAIS acquisition programs to include highly sensitive classified, cryptologic, and intelligence ...

Defensive Information Operations Volume 2 - Part 2 Annexes

JUN 2001

357 pages

Authors: Larry Wright; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Information Assurance Architecture (IAA) Panel was tasked to review the implementation of the 1996 Defense Science Board Task Force on Information Warfare Defense recommendations, to identify specific issues associated with information assurance goals of Joint Vision 2020 (JV2020), and to evaluate the adequacy of progress made in achieving these goals. The panel addressed the status of the Department of Defense's (DoD) efforts to establish an IAA framework and standards, ...

Report of the Defense Science Board Task Force on Defensive Information Operations. 2000 Summer Study. Volume II

MAR 2001

182 pages

Authors: Larry Wright; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Department of Defense has adopted Joint Vision 2020 as its approach to conflict in the future. Both Information Superiority and Decision Superiority are key components of JV2020, and future warfighting plans will be increasingly reliant upon high-speed interconnected information networks to identify targets, create and transmit plans, disseminate and share information, and carry out battles. This construct for the military is based on the ability to detect and track ...

Report of the Defense Science Board Task Force on Options for Acquisition of the Advanced Targeting Pod and Advanced Targeting FLIR POD (ATP/ ATFLIR)

FEB 2001

31 pages

Authors: Walter E. Morrow Jr; OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

The Under Secretary of Defense (AT&L) requested that the DSB form a brief study of ongoing Navy and Air Force programs aimed at developing advanced laser guided weapon targeting pods for their tactical aircraft. This request for a DSB Task Force was occasioned by Congressional interest in the possibilites of a Joint development and production program for these pods. Current targeting pods are inadequate because improved enemy low altitude air ...

Operation of the Defense Acquisition System

04 JAN 2001

47 pages

Authors: OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR ACQUISITION TECHNOLOGY AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON DC

This Instruction: 1.1. Establishes a simplified and flexible management framework for translating mission needs and technological opportunities, based on validated mission needs and requirements, into stable, affordable, and well-managed acquisition programs that include weapon systems and automated information systems. 1.2. Establishes a general approach for managing acquisition programs while acknowledging that every technology project and acquisition program is unique and that any particular project or program, particularly non-major programs, may ...