The Change Process in Weapons System Acquisition.

Abstract

The change process in weapons system is evaluated with regard to cost growth, time, and change volume. Configuration management procedures are reviewed and the volume of ECP's is related to some specific weapons systems and military agencies. The causes of change are examined and recommendations are made for improving the process. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 03, 1973
Accession Number
AD0768826

Entities

People

  • William J. Douglas

Organizations

  • Institute for Defense Analyses

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Behavior And Behavior Mechanisms
  • Behavioral Disciplines And Activities
  • Behavioral Sciences
  • Configuration Management
  • Cooperation
  • Group Dynamics

Readers

  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis