A Compilation of Methodological Problems Confronting the Air Force in the Fields of Economics and Management. Phase I.

Abstract

Interviews were conducted with Air Force decision-makers and analysts of all ranks and from all levels of organization. The purpose was to ascertain the basic research needs of the Air Force in the fields of economics and management. Over one hundred separate research requirements were identified. The gaps in knowledge which were most often mentioned were in measurement output so as to determine effectiveness of programs, is measuring costs, in determining the most effective management techniques and motivations, in determining proper variables on which to make projections, and in selecting criteria by which to judge programs. A number of questions posed appear answerable by the research community. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1977
Accession Number
ADA043360

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  • Howard R. Bloch
  • James W. Marlin Jr.
  • Philp R. Wiest
  • William P. Snavely

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  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Air Force
  • Benefits
  • Business Administration
  • Civilian Personnel
  • Commerce
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  • Economic Analysis
  • Economics
  • Governments
  • Life Cycles
  • Logistics
  • Manpower
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  • Personnel Management
  • Procurement
  • Training
  • United States

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