US Industrial Base Dependence/Vulnerability. Phase 2. Analysis
Abstract
This is a report on the second of a two-part study of foreign source dependency/vulnerability conducted by the Mobilization Concepts Development Center. The first part of the study, which summarized the relevant studies on the subject, was reported on in 'US Industrial base Dependence/Vulnerability, Phase l - Survey of Literature,' December, 1986. This report examines the circumstances under which a foreign dependency might become a vulnerability and develops a framework for determining priorities to deal with the foreign vulnerability issue. Three case studies which illustrate the three generic effects of foreign dependency are examined as are alternate remedies for mitigating identified vulnerabilities. Contents: Foreign Dependency Versus Vulnerability; Framework for Determining Priorities; The Impact of Foreign Source Dependence on Weapons Parts; Mitigating Foreign Source Dependence in a Long War Scenario; Case Study of a Potential Technology Dependence; Policy Options, Summary and Conclusions; Foreign Sourcing of PGM Subcomponents; Calculating Metals Supply and Demand.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA189330
Entities
People
- Bill Taylor
- Jack Nunn
- Martin Libicki
Organizations
- National Defense University