Has Department of Defense Acquisition Reform Policy Addressed the Problems Facing Acquisitions Professionals?

Abstract

This qualitative study analyzes how well recent acquisitions reform policies have addressed the moderndifficulties facing acquisition professionals in an attempt to improve acquisition policy. The study reviewsliterature, case studies, surveys and interviews from previous program managers, and policy and legislation,and then compiles the aggregate results to develop a clearer view of how acquisition reform policy isaddressing the problems faced by acquisition professionals. The primary goals of the study are to a) identifythe main problems facing DOD acquisition, b) examine recent acquisition reform policies to determine ifthey address those issues identified, and c) provide recommendations for policy makers to shape acquisitionsreforms and legislation in the future. Analysis of our findings suggests that defense acquisition policies andlegislation are not addressing the critical issues faced by acquisition professionals and add layers ofbureaucracy, further complicating the acquisitions process. Additional research into the factors effectingsuccessful and unsuccessful acquisitions is warranted for a more thorough analysis.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2022
Accession Number
AD1213816

Entities

People

  • Amy R. Hutchings
  • Christina A. Sullivan
  • Maria E. Warner

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

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  • Aerospace Industry
  • Business Administration
  • Commerce
  • Congress
  • Contracts
  • Government Procurement
  • Governments
  • Law
  • Military Acquisition
  • Money
  • National Security
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Procurement
  • Standards
  • Test And Evaluation
  • United States

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  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
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