Identifying Efficiencies in the Supply Chain for Training Ammunition: Methods, Models, and Recommendations

Abstract

The U.S. Army Materiel Command (AMC) asked RAND Arroyo Center to analyze the U.S.Armys training ammunition supply chain to determine where cost reductions could be realized while maintaining or improving service levels. The project targeted a goal of achieving a more efficient supply chain for CONUS-based training ammunition with an eye toward meeting the Armys requirements for operational preparedness in light of current fiscal constraints. The study reviewed the generation of ammunition requirements, stockpile management processes, and policies and practices at CONUS-based Ammunition Supply Points (ASPs) and Installation Ammunition Management Offices (IAMO). Additionally, an examination of historical policy and the U.S. Marine Corps was conducted in order to draw other insights and identify best practices. This report offers recommendations for achieving efficiencies at the retail level of the supply chain.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2016
Accession Number
AD1018940

Entities

People

  • Anthony Atler
  • Bonnie Magnuson
  • Dwayne M. Butler
  • Lily Geyer
  • Stephen M. Worman

Organizations

  • RAND Corporation

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Best Practices
  • Business Administration
  • Commerce
  • Electronic Mail
  • Explosives
  • Information Science
  • Information Systems
  • Knowledge Management
  • Lessons Learned
  • Logistics
  • Management Personnel
  • Organizational Structure
  • Supply Chain
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Training Ammunition
  • United States

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  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.
  • Munitions and Ordnance Engineering