Functional Alignment of the Wing-Level Logistics Plans Division in the Strategic Air Command.

Abstract

This study defines the current functional alignment and responsibilities of a Strategic Air Command (SAC) wing-level logistics plans (LGX) division and discusses the advantages/disadvantages of the current functional alignment. The study then proposes a functional realignment of the LGX division from deputy commander for resource management supervision to wing commander supervision. The advantages/disadvantages of the proposed realignment are also discussed. Four issues affecting the functional alignment are analyzed. These issues are span of control, communications flow, chain of command, and career progression. Keywords: Logistics management.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1987
Accession Number
ADA181535

Entities

People

  • Ann E. Schmoyer

Organizations

  • Air Command and Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Aircrafts
  • Combat Operations
  • Combat Readiness
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Department Of Defense
  • Deployment
  • Logistics
  • Logistics Management
  • Maintenance
  • Management Personnel
  • New York
  • Organizational Structure
  • Students
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Warfare

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