Guard and Reserve Personnel: Fiscal, Security, and Human Capital Challenges Should be Considered in Developing a Revised Business Model for the Reserve Component
Abstract
The nations growing fiscal imbalance and changing security environment require a fundamental reexamination of defense activities, including the role and structure of the reserve components. The fiscal imbalance, which is due to factors such as mounting budget deficits and rising health care costs, could threaten the nations future economy and national security. As the fiscal imbalance constrains federal funding, future defense budgets are likely to be affected. DOD faces significant fiscal challenges due to rising compensation and acquisition costs, military operations, and inefficient policies and business practices. To put DOD on a more sustainable path, GAO has suggested that DOD reexamine defense policies and practices, address high risk areas, and develop budgets that set clear priorities based on current and future threats. Reexamining reserve component policies and practices should be included as part of an overall DOD-wide effort to address long-term affordability and sustainability challenges.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 20, 2007
- Accession Number
- AD1172911
Entities
People
- David M. Walker
Organizations
- United States Government Accountability Office