Civilian Downsizing: Unit Readiness Not Adversely Affected, but Future Reductions a Concern

Abstract

As requested, we reviewed civilian downsizing across the Department of Defense (DOD). Specifically, we determined (1) the extent of civilianworkforce reductions, (2) whether civilian downsizing has affected readiness and functions at military installations, and (3) whether theOffice of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and the services had comprehensive strategies for managing civilian downsizing. On April 1,1996, we briefed your staff on the results of our review. This report discusses the information presented at that briefing.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1996
Accession Number
AD1153438

Entities

People

  • Christine D Frye
  • Gregory J. Symons
  • Harry E. Jr Taylor
  • Hugh Jr Brady
  • John M. Schaefer
  • Laura L Talbott
  • Leo G. Acosta
  • Robert D. Malpass
  • Sharon A. Cekala
  • William E. Beusse

Organizations

  • United States Government Accountability Office

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accounting
  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Base Closures
  • Civilian Personnel
  • Commerce
  • Department Of Defense
  • Economics
  • Electronic Commerce
  • Electronic Mail
  • Employment
  • Governments
  • Internet
  • Logistics
  • Maintenance
  • Marine Corps
  • Military Force Levels
  • Military Personnel
  • Money
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Procurement
  • Social Sciences
  • United States
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Military Mobilization and Reserve Forces Studies.